Heat Bulb for Terrarium Aptel AG902A 100W E27, infrared, black

The Aptel AG902A 100W infrared heat bulb with an E27 screw base is designed to provide focused radiant warmth for terrariums and reptile enclosures. Its black finish minimizes visible light output while delivering steady infrared heat, helping to create and maintain basking spots and temperature gradients without disturbing nocturnal behavior. The lamp is intended for use as a supplemental heat source to support thermoregulation for reptiles and other cold-blooded animals.

Advantages

This infrared heat bulb produces consistent radiant heat that penetrates surfaces and promotes natural warming. The black-coated design reduces visible light emission so that daytime and night-time cycles are less affected, and the E27 screw base makes installation compatible with many standard terrarium fixtures. The 100W power level offers a balance between strong localized heating for basking areas and manageable energy consumption when used as a supplemental heat source.

Suitable for

• Providing a dedicated basking spot for reptiles such as lizards, snakes and turtles
• Establishing temperature gradients within terrariums for thermoregulation
• Supplemental heating in vivariums, paludariums and other enclosed habitats
• Night-time or low-visible-light heating where minimal light disturbance is required

Key specifications

• Type: Infrared heat bulb
• Power consumption: 100 W
• Socket type: E27 screw base
• Finish: Black coating to reduce visible light
• Emission: Primarily infrared radiant heat for surface warming

How to use

Install the bulb into a compatible E27-rated terrarium fixture or lamp holder positioned to create a defined basking area. Mount the bulb at a distance that achieves the target surface temperature for the species housed; measure temperatures with an appropriate thermometer or infrared sensor and adjust height as required. Use with a compatible thermostat or thermostat-controlled fixture where possible to maintain stable temperatures and avoid overheating. Ensure the bulb is powered by a suitable electrical supply and switch off power before replacing the lamp.

Usage recommendations

Monitor temperatures regularly and establish a thermal gradient to allow animals to move between warmer and cooler zones. Do not use the bulb in direct contact with flammable materials or in sealed fixtures without adequate ventilation. Follow manufacturer guidance for fixture ratings and replace the bulb if any damage to the coating or glass is observed.