Zoo Med Repti Heat Cable (25 watt 14.75 ft)

Flexible 25 Watt Reptile Heat Cable for Terrariums

Product Description

Zoo Med Repti Heat Cable puts heat right where you need it. This flexible, water-resistant, and durable 25-watt cable measures 14.75 feet and is suitable for 10- to 20-gallon glass terrariums. Wrap it around branches or cage furniture inside the terrarium, or attach it to the underside or the outer back wall to help create a temperature gradient as a secondary heat source.

Benefits

• Heat Where You Need It: Lets you place heat exactly where it is needed, inside or outside your glass terrarium.
• Creates a Temperature Gradient: A heat source for creating a temperature gradient inside the terrarium, used as secondary heat.
• Wrap Branches and Decor: Wrap it evenly around wood or resin decorative branches and cage furniture inside the terrarium.
• Under or Behind the Tank: Attach it either underneath a single glass terrarium or along the outer back wall using electrical tape.
• Water-resistant: Flexible, water-resistant, and durable so that it can be used in high-humidity terrariums but never submerged.
• Even Heat Along the Cable: Wattage is evenly distributed along the cable's heated length, excluding the cold lead.
• Sized for 10 to 20 Gallons: This 25-watt, 14.75-foot (4.5-meter) cable is recommended for 10 to 20-gallon terrariums.
• 12-Month Warranty: Includes a one-year warranty covering material and workmanship defects under normal use.

Specifications

How to Use

Recommended-Usage Chart

Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed and talk to your vet if you have any queries regarding your pet's health.

Usage Instructions

• Inspect First: Remove the cable from its package and check the cable and plug for damage before use.
• Wrap Inside the Terrarium: Starting from the far end evenly wrap the cable around wood or resin branches inside the terrarium.
• Or Tape It Outside: For outside use, tape the cable underneath a single glass terrarium or to the outside back wall.
• Keep Runs Apart: Maintain at least 1.25 inches (3 centimeters) between loops or runs, and never let the cable cross itself.
• Elevate the Terrarium: Raise the terrarium on adhesive feet so its edge never rests on the cable, and heat can escape.
• Plug In Outside the Tank: Keep the electrical connection outside the terrarium, then plug the cable into an electrical receptacle.
• Monitor Temperatures: Check temperatures with a thermometer, and add a thermostat or rheostat if your room reaches 80°F or warmer.
• Re-Tape Regularly: Check the tape at each cleaning, or at least monthly, and replace it as needed.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Do Not Cut or Modify: Never cut, alter, or modify the heat cable or its polarized plug in any way.
• Never Cross or Coil: Never let the cable cross itself or plug it in while coiled; overheating and fire can occur.
• Do Not Submerge: Never submerge the cable or wet the plug; it is not for aquariums or aquatic habitats.
• Glass Terrariums Only: Use only with glass terrariums, never with terrariums made of plastic, wood, or other materials.
• Do Not Bury: Never encapsulate the heat cable or bury it beneath any type of terrarium substrate or bedding.
• Stop If Damaged: Discontinue use immediately if the cord, plug, or any other component shows signs of damage.
• Indoor Use, Out of Reach: For indoor use only, and keep the heat cable out of reach of children at all times.

Storage Information

• Cool and Unplug Before Storing: Unplug the cable, let it cool then store it loosely in a dry place.
• Protect the Cable and Plug: Keep the plug dry and the cable free of sharp bends or kinks while in storage.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Why doesn't the whole heat cable get warm?

Ans: The first 6 feet of the cable from the plug end is a cold, unheated lead, designed to prevent heat from reaching the electrical socket. Only the heated portion should be used in or on the terrarium and the electrical connection must always stay outside.

Q2: Do I need a thermostat with the heat cable?

Ans: Zoo Med recommends using a thermostat or rheostat if your home reaches 80°F (26°C) or warmer. In all cases,s use a thermometer to monitor terrarium temperatures and ensure they remain within the appropriate range for the species you keep.

Q3: Can I use the heat cable in a plastic or wooden enclosure?

Ans: No. The instructions state the Repti Heat Cable is only for use with glass terrariums and should not be used with terrariums made of plastic, wood, or other materials. It is also for indoor use only and should be kept out of children's reach.

Q4: Can I use the heat cable in a humid or aquatic setup?

Ans: The cable is water-resistant and can be used in high-humidity terrariums, but it must never be submerged in water and the plug must not be exposed to water. It is not for use with aquariums or aquatic habitats of any kind.

Q5: Can I bury the heat cable under the substrate?

Ans: No. Do not encapsulate the cable or bury it in terrarium substrate. Instead, wrap it around wooden or resin branches inside the terrarium, or attach it to the underside or the outer back wall of a glass terrarium with electrical tape.

Q6: What size terrarium is the 25-watt cable for?

Ans: The 25-watt Repti Heat Cable measures 14.75 feet (4.5 meters) and is recommended for 10 to 20-gallon terrariums. Its wattage is evenly distributed along the heated length, not including the first 6 feet of cold lead.

Q7: Does the Repti Heat Cable have a warranty?

Ans: Yes. Zoo Med warrants the Repti Heat Cable against defects in material and workmanship under normal use for 12 months from the date of purchase. Damage from accidents or improper use, such as water damage or dropping, is not covered under the warranty.