Exo Terra Intense Basking Spot 100W Tight Beam Vivarium Lamp PT2138

The ET Intense Basking Spot 100W is a tight-beam basking lamp engineered specifically for reptile vivariums where a focused, high-intensity heat source is needed. Designed for keepers who want precise placement of a basking zone rather than broad ambient warmth, it delivers a concentrated beam that can be directed accurately onto a chosen basking spot — rock, branch, or platform.

Increased Output Where It Counts

Compared to a standard basking lamp, the ET Intense Basking Spot delivers 35% more light and heat within the beam itself. This concentration of energy means you can position the lamp at a greater distance from the basking site while still achieving the surface temperatures your reptile needs — useful in taller enclosures or where lamp placement options are limited.

Thermoregulation and Basking Behaviour

The tight beam creates a well-defined thermal gradient, giving your reptile a clear hot spot to move in and out of as it regulates its body temperature. Beyond direct basking, the lamp also contributes to raising overall ambient air temperature within the vivarium — an important secondary benefit in cooler setups.

UVA Output

The ET Intense Basking Spot emits UVA (ultraviolet A) radiation, which plays a role in reptile physiological well-being and has been associated with stimulating natural behaviours including breeding activity. UVA is invisible to the human eye but is perceived by most reptile species and forms part of a biologically complete lighting environment.

Building a 24-Hour Lighting Cycle

• Designed for daytime use as the primary basking and heat source
• Can be paired with a Night Heat Lamp or Infrared Basking Spot Lamp to maintain temperatures after lights-out without disrupting the animal's dark cycle
• Tight beam format suits directed spotlighting over a specific basking area

For reptile keepers who need reliable, focused basking performance with the added benefit of UVA output, the ET Intense Basking Spot 100W is a straightforward, well-specified choice for day-period vivarium heating.