ProRep Infrared Spot Lamp BC (Red)

The ProRep Infrared Spot Lamp is a red-spectrum basking bulb designed for reptile vivariums where localised heat is needed without the full intensity of visible white light. Available in a range of wattages to suit enclosures of different sizes and species requirements, this bayonet cap (BC) lamp delivers both heat and a subtle infrared glow to support the natural behaviours of heat-dependent reptiles.

What It Does

This lamp creates a focused basking hot spot within the vivarium, raising the temperature locally at the basking site while also contributing to the ambient air temperature of the enclosure. That thermal gradient is essential — it gives reptiles the ability to move between warmer and cooler zones, supporting the thermo-regulatory behaviour they rely on for digestion, immunity, and general wellbeing.

Species and Setup Suitability

Infrared spot lamps are particularly well suited to species that bask under direct heat in the wild — including many agamids, monitors, tortoises, and other diurnal or crepuscular reptiles. The red spectrum can be used to complement the visual appearance of a naturalistic vivarium setup, helping to simulate the warm tones of the animal's native environment.

Installation and Placement

• Fits standard bayonet cap (BC) lamp holders — ensure the fitting is rated and approved for reptile use
• Position the lamp directly above the intended basking site
• Mount roughly one third from one end of the enclosure to establish a clear temperature gradient from warm to cool end
• Select the appropriate wattage for your enclosure size and construction — smaller setups require lower outputs; larger or taller enclosures may need higher wattage to achieve the correct basking temperature

Choosing the Right Wattage

This lamp is available in multiple wattage options to match a range of vivarium sizes and thermal requirements. Always verify the basking spot temperature with a reliable thermometer or temperature gun, and adjust lamp height or wattage accordingly to achieve the target temperature for your species.

As a straightforward, species-appropriate heat source, the ProRep Infrared Spot Lamp gives keepers a reliable way to provide directed basking heat — an essential component of any well-managed reptile enclosure.