How to best heat my enclosure?

[Homebody]

Hello! I'm a new reptile owner and in about a month I'll receive my ball python, I'm setting up everything before he arrives.

I have a 4x2x2 melamine enclosure, at this time of the year my house is normally around 18ºC (64,4ºF) give or take.
I was thinking about buying an 80w deep heat projector but I'm afraid that might not be enough and maybe I should buy a 2nd heater.
The breeder said they use an under-belly heater but I'm not sure I'm confortable having that inside the enclosure. I've also read about radiant heat pannels but sadly those don't exist in Europe. What would be a good solution to pair with the RHP?

The short answer is that a ceramic heat emitter (CHE) is a good solution to pair with the DHP, but I would set up the DHP first to see how it does. You have time to experiment. I would also consider dividing your enclosure. It will be easier to heat and, if you're getting a baby ball python, it'll make it feel more secure.

A pic of your enclosure might help us better advise you. This thread will show you how to post them: https://ball-pythons.net/forums/show...-Post-Pictures.