VIHOSE Reptile Heat Lamp Holders, 4-Pack Black E27 Ceramic Sockets, 200W Max

VIHOSE reptile ceramic heat lamp holders create a warming or basking area in a pet habitat, with four E27-compatible fixtures for 85–265 V power and lamps rated up to 200 W.

• Solid ceramic socket with a metal shell — made for use with heat-producing bulbs.
• 1.5 m (4.9 ft) power cord and a metal mounting bracket — allows placement on a habitat’s side or top.
• Built-in switch — lets you turn the light on or off at the holder.
• Compatible with ceramic heating elements, UVB bulbs and incandescent heat lamps — supports different E27 bulb types.
• Four holders in one set; bulbs are not included — equip multiple spots or habitats with the fixtures.

Reptiles and amphibians may need a dedicated warm area within their habitat. These holders are made for setting up a basking spot or a warm hideout for pets such as lizards, tortoises, bearded dragons, geckos and turtles, as well as other small animals. The bracket-mounted design gives you options for positioning the fixture on the side or top of a terrarium or habitat.

Which bulbs and pets are these holders designed for?

Each holder fits an E27 bulb and can be used with ceramic heating elements, UVB bulbs and incandescent heat lamps. The fixtures are intended for reptile and amphibian habitats, including enclosures for geckos, lizards, tortoises, bearded dragons and turtles. Their operating voltage range is 85–265 V.

• Use a compatible E27-base bulb.
• The maximum lamp rating is 200 W; for optimal safety, use heat lamps below 200 W.

How do the ceramic socket and mounting bracket work?

The socket is made from solid ceramic, which is designed to withstand high temperatures without cracking or breaking. Its ceramic construction is also corrosion-resistant and fire-resistant, while the metal shell helps dissipate heat. A metal bracket attaches to the side or top of a terrarium or habitat, and the cord provides reach from the mounting point to a power outlet.

• Position the bracket on the side or top of the habitat.
• Use the built-in switch to turn the light on or off.

What comes in the set, and how should the holder be used?

The set contains four reptile heat lamp holders. Bulbs are not included, so choose an E27 bulb that matches the intended habitat use and stays within the holder’s wattage guidance. Tighten the bulb fully when fitting it: a loose bulb may not reach the holder’s contact and the fixture may not work.

• Check that the bulb is fully tightened so it can make contact.
• Do not touch the ceramic surface while the holder is in use; if contact is necessary, wait 30 minutes first to avoid burns.

These VIHOSE holders suit reptile and amphibian keepers who want bracket-mounted fixtures for creating a warm or basking area and need four E27 sockets in one set. They are made for compatible bulbs within the stated voltage and wattage limits, with the bulb supplied separately by the buyer.

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