{"product_id":"reptile-systems-gold-infrared-replacement-lamp","title":"Reptile Systems Gold Infrared Replacement Lamp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Reptile Systems Gold Infrared Replacement Lamp delivers high-output infrared heat with minimal visible light, making it one of the most naturalistic heating options available for vivarium and terrarium setups. Available in multiple wattages to suit enclosures of different scales, this is a replacement lamp designed for use with the Gold Infrared Lamp Unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat infrared heating does for your reptile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInfrared radiation — particularly IR-A (near infrared, approximately 700–1400nm) and IR-B (approximately 1400–3000nm) — penetrates the skin and contributes directly to thermoregulation at a physiological level. Unlike ambient heating, this interaction supports digestion, promotes natural activity, and contributes to overall well-being in a way that mirrors how solar energy functions in the wild. Because infrared does not rely on visible light, it causes no disruption to the day\/night cycle, reducing stress for the animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow the technology works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInfrared heat is direct — it is not dispersed or diminished by air movement, which makes it significantly more efficient than conventional basking spot lamps at transferring energy. The heat projects across a wide area rather than a concentrated point, giving the animal a more natural, graduated basking zone. Surrounding surfaces absorb and re-radiate that energy, replicating the radiative warmth of sun-warmed substrate. This produces all three modes of heat transfer — radiation, conduction, and convection — within a single enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe gold lamp explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive gold metallic appearance is a characteristic of the lamp when cold and unlit. In operation, visible light output is kept to a minimum — infrared sits just beyond the visible spectrum, so the lamp produces only a very faint warm glow rather than the bright light of a standard basking bulb. This makes it well suited for use as a primary heat source without compromising lighting schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsing it correctly\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be used with a dimming thermostat — do not run uncontrolled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich in IR-A and IR-B for physiologically relevant heat delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable as the primary heat source within the enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in a range of wattages — select the appropriate output for your enclosure size and target temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with the Gold Infrared Lamp Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelecting the correct wattage for your setup is essential. Use the variant options on this page to choose the output that matches your enclosure volume and the thermal requirements of your species — and always pair with a quality dimming thermostat for accurate, safe temperature control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"100w","offer_id":54176573522257,"sku":"HRG101","price":27.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"200w","offer_id":54176573555025,"sku":"HRG201","price":29.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"400w","offer_id":54176573587793,"sku":"HRG401","price":33.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/reptile-systems-gold-infrared-replacement-lamp","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}