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  • 09-20-2005, 06:07 PM
    slither9192
    heat emiter
    I just got a 100w heat emiter for my 40 gallon tank. I would like to know how long should I leave it on and how long should i leave it off?

    Thanx
  • 09-20-2005, 06:36 PM
    jglass38
    Re: heat emiter
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by slither9192
    I just got a 100w heat emiter for my 40 gallon tank. I would like to know how long should I leave it on and how long should i leave it off?

    Thanx

    Most people will tell you that undertank heating is the best way to heat a Ball Python enclosure. A heat lamp will dry out the enclosure and lead to bad sheds and possibly other health problems. But if you plan to keep it, you should have it controlled by a thermostat and you want a hot spot of 88-93 and a cool side in the low 80s. I would definitely suggest getting a thermometer so you know the temperatures and dont overheat your snake.
  • 09-20-2005, 08:35 PM
    mr~python
    Re: heat emiter
    have it on 24 hours and get a thermostat like jglass said.
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