Infrared debate

[MikeV]

Hey guys.

So I asked around A while ago and there seems to be some split opinions on infrared heat bulbs

Now I bought one and I dont know what to do with it. Somebody told me you shouldnt be able to see the light? But I can see it... so does that mean its not infrared?

So if I can see it, can my snake?

Im curious because some people say snakes AND people cannot see infrared. If this is true... then my bulb is not infrared and I should return it for a SECOND time and get a CHE?

Also UTH is out of the question because it raises my ground temps WAY to high, and the probe doesnt ever fall to 80. so setting it to 83 is not an option


Unless I raise my tank even higher?

Any help/opinions on this matter is greatly appreciated


EDIT:

Probably good to mention that I have a BLOOD python, not a ball. so temps jhave to stay 78 - 82 ground and ambient through the entire tank