Exo Terra Ceramic Heat Emitter 40W - PT2044 | Vivarium Heat Source

The ET Ceramic Heat Emitter 40W (PT2044) is a radiant heat source designed for reptile keepers who need reliable, round-the-clock warmth without any light output. Sized for use with NANO and MINI terrariums, it delivers long-wave infrared heat that warms reptiles directly and raises the ambient air temperature throughout the enclosure — without disturbing natural day/night cycles.

Infrared Heat, No Light Disruption

Unlike basking bulbs, this ceramic emitter produces no visible light whatsoever. That makes it suitable for continuous 24-hour use — your animal's activity patterns, sleep cycles, and behaviour remain undisturbed while the enclosure stays at the temperature it needs.

How the Heat Works

The long-wave infrared output penetrates scales and skin tissue rather than simply warming the air around the animal. This promotes healthy circulation, aids digestion, and supports the general thermoregulatory needs that reptiles depend on. The heat pattern is uniform, mimicking the broad radiant warmth of natural sunlight.

Solid Ceramic Construction

• Solid ceramic element rated at 40W output
• 100% of energy converted to heat — no wasted output as light
• Durable construction suited to the humid and arid conditions found in reptile enclosures

Enclosure Compatibility

The PT2044 is specifically suited to NANO and MINI format terrariums. It should be used with a compatible wire lamp holder or dome fixture rated for ceramic emitters — never a standard plastic lampholder, which cannot handle the heat output a ceramic emitter generates.

For keepers running smaller enclosures who need a dependable, light-free heat source, the ET Ceramic Heat Emitter 40W is a straightforward, no-compromise solution that works around the clock.