Ceramic heat emitter vs. bulb

[mmsi1002]

This isn't for any of my geckos, i use uth's for them. Which produces more heat?

 

[Ipsl]

Ive used both and the CHE did produce more heat per wattage. but the apparatus (big word most likely used wrong) is a little cumbersome looking and just big. But it worked VERY well

 

[mmsi1002]

Does it need a certain fixture or can you use a clamp lamp?

 

[Ipsl]

Well they suggest you use one of there Wire fixtures. The CHE from exo terra is too long for a regular clamp lamp and Im thinking cause it produces more heat per watt than the clamp lamps warning wouldn't be accurate. Plus They NEED a ceramic socket in the lamp so it doesn't melt

 

[SteveB]

CHE can not be recycled and are dangerously hot to the touch when in operation...

 

[Ipsl]

CHE can not be recycled and are dangerously hot to the touch when in operation...

I know that from experience :dunce: :drunk: ouch it was hott:main_rolleyes:

 

[Ccrashca069]

The CHE does produce the most heat I think. You do need a light with a porclin socket. I just bought one that had a adjustable dimmer switch for $12.99. I think ESU made the light.

 

[BG-Gecko]

CHE's can be very hot indeed, burned my hand several times.
The advantage of them is, they last a lifetime unless you drop them
light bulbs on the other hand, won't
(thats why we use them for heat together with a UTH, and a small low-watt bulb for light in our tank)