Halogen bulbs and RHP

[kath_]

How many halogen lamps would I need for a 6’x30”x2’?


I’m planning out the setups for future bioactive enclosures and was wondering about the heating.


I’m planning to get a 190 watt RHP from Pro Products for the basking area.
How many 100 watt halogen bulbs would I need to supplement ambient heat? I was planning to install 2 in each enclosure but I’m not sure if this would be overkill.


Enclosures are 6’x30”x2’ for a BCI and a ball python (separate of course).
Ambient will be 80-85°F
Basking will be 90-95°F


Thank you!

[Homebody]

How many halogen lamps would I need for a 6’x30”x2’?

I would see how the RHP does before I added additional heat. That a big enclosure, but that also a big RHP, so you may not need additional heating. If you do need additional heating, I don't know that I would go with halogens. That's a lot of light for nocturnal animals. I'd consider a CHE or UTH.

[kath_]

I would see how the RHP does before I added additional heat. That a big enclosure, but that also a big RHP, so you may not need additional heating. If you do need additional heating, I don't know that I would go with halogens. That's a lot of light for nocturnal animals. I'd consider a CHE or UTH.

Ooh that’s an excellent point. I would have all the lights on a dimmer to adjust as needed but yes, I think I’ll see how just the RHP does at first. Thank you so much!

[nikkubus]

You may want to check the type of halogen fixture you want is compatible with dimmers, they aren't always. Full blast, that's probably really uncomfortable light for a BP.

[kath_]

Very true. Plus I might cook my plants. I’ll definitely go with something else if I need to supplement the RHP at all. Thank you so much for the advice!

[jmcrook]

I have that same RHP in an 8'x32"x24" enclosure and it's more than enough by itself. I'd also aim to keep your temps lower than you mentioned for both species. 77-80 and 87-90.

[kath_]

You guys just saved my plants, snakes, and wallet.
Thank you so much!

Is Pro Products still taking orders through phone? The last time I purchased anything from them was pre pandemic and I hear customer service can be a little iffy now.

[Caitlin]

I just completed an order with Pro Products last week, though I did it online because I like to give Bob the details he asks for about my setup so that he can recommend size and wattage. I also did an order with him in the middle of the pandemic and while the order was a bit slow, his communication was excellent. His supply chain was compromised by the conflict in Ukraine, as Russia is a main supplier of aluminum. He sent emails explaining the delays and apologizing. This most recent order was completed very quickly.

[kath_]

I just completed an order with Pro Products last week, though I did it online because I like to give Bob the details he asks for about my setup so that he can recommend size and wattage. I also did an order with him in the middle of the pandemic and while the order was a bit slow, his communication was excellent. His supply chain was compromised by the conflict in Ukraine, as Russia is a main supplier of aluminum. He sent emails explaining the delays and apologizing. This most recent order was completed very quickly.

Bob is the best! I had a great experience purchasing from him in 2019. I hope he has an apprentice or someone who can follow in his footsteps when he retires. Thank you so much for the insight!