Heat Panels UK

[JoshyP]

Hi all. For context, I'm in the process of converting a summerhouse into a space for my sully over the winter here in the UK.

Some very helpful members have said to use RHP's, a Kane heat mat and an oil radiator to heat Stompy's enclosure. I've found some oil radiators online, but I'm having difficulty trying to find RHP's and something similar to a Kane heat mat as these aren't available in the UK.

If you have any suggestions of suppliers where I can get these bits from or what to look out for with heat mats as I've also seen some warnings to steer clear of certain types, it would be much appreciated!

Thank you!!!!!!

 

[Yvonne G]

Look at agriculture web sites. . . sites that provide equipment for farmers. Kane is a brand name. Search instead for pig blanket, or warming pads for baby pigs. The radiant heat panels might be found at a store catering to birds or chickens.

 

[Alex and the Redfoot]

Hi all. For context, I'm in the process of converting a summerhouse into a space for my sully over the winter here in the UK.

Some very helpful members have said to use RHP's, a Kane heat mat and an oil radiator to heat Stompy's enclosure. I've found some oil radiators online, but I'm having difficulty trying to find RHP's and something similar to a Kane heat mat as these aren't available in the UK.

If you have any suggestions of suppliers where I can get these bits from or what to look out for with heat mats as I've also seen some warnings to steer clear of certain types, it would be much appreciated!

Thank you!!!!!!

Hello!
1. You can use either oil radiator OR pig blanket + heat panel combo. Usually, there is no need for all three sources.

2. You can find Wilbanks or Reptirad heat panels specially made for reptile keeping. These are expensive, though.

3. On Amazon you can find a lot of cheap chinese chicken coop heat panels. They work more or less okay with a few drawbacks:
* those with digital temperature control do not turn on automatically after power loss. You can cut out the control block and connect the plug directly to use them with an external thermostat.
* most, if not all, have internal overheating protection and will turn off once panel reaches certain temperature. Probably, some vertical space above the panel will help, but keep in mind that they can enter "cool down" mode even if thermostat keeps them on and desired enclosure temperature is not reached.

4. There are also, infrared heat panels for bathrooms and living rooms, they seem to work fine. But they are a bit pricey and often too high powered. I use two of these for a few years: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B09HH7W5HZ...cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apan_dp_JW365HY445DZX2JXFVR4_1 without issues (they are frameless and soft, so I fixed them on a custom frame).

 

[Littleredfootbigredheart]

Hello!
1. You can use either oil radiator OR pig blanket + heat panel combo. Usually, there is no need for all three sources.

2. You can find Wilbanks or Reptirad heat panels specially made for reptile keeping. These are expensive, though.

3. On Amazon you can find a lot of cheap chinese chicken coop heat panels. They work more or less okay with a few drawbacks:
* those with digital temperature control do not turn on automatically after power loss. You can cut out the control block and connect the plug directly to use them with an external thermostat.
* most, if not all, have internal overheating protection and will turn off once panel reaches certain temperature. Probably, some vertical space above the panel will help, but keep in mind that they can enter "cool down" mode even if thermostat keeps them on and desired enclosure temperature is not reached.

4. There are also, infrared heat panels for bathrooms and living rooms, they seem to work fine. But they are a bit pricey and often too high powered. I use two of these for a few years: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B09HH7W5HZ...cm_sw_r_cso_cp_apan_dp_JW365HY445DZX2JXFVR4_1 without issues (they are frameless and soft, so I fixed them on a custom frame).

Alex can I ask what watts you’d personally go for in an 8x4 for these ones? I was thinking two 80’s either end?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Retics-Reptiles-ReptiRad-Radiator-Replacement/dp/B0CZ1VMDSG/?tag=exoticpetnetw-20

The sizing would kind fall between these so wasn’t too sure


@JoshyP these are the reptirad brand Alex mentioned, I haven’t used them but I’m looking into upgrading to hear panels too, so this thread has come at a good time for us UK folks

 

[Alex and the Redfoot]

Alex can I ask what watts you’d personally go for in an 8x4 for these ones? I was thinking two 80’s either end?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Retics-Reptiles-ReptiRad-Radiator-Replacement/dp/B0CZ1VMDSG/?tag=exoticpetnetw-20

The sizing would kind fall between these so wasn’t too sure
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@JoshyP these are the reptirad brand Alex mentioned, I haven’t used them but I’m looking into upgrading to hear panels too, so this thread has come at a good time for us UK folks

It depends on a few factors - room ambient temperature, target temperature in the enclosure and enclosure insulating properties. The maker recommends 80W per 10 sq.ft and this seems to be a fair estimate. I have an average consumption of 100-140W for a 6x3x2.5 enclosure in the winter (kept at 84-88F with a room temperature of 65F) - pretty close to numbers for Reptirad. During the day heaters have some rest, as room temperature rises, enclosure gets some sun and LEDs + UVB lamp throw out noticeable amount of heat.

 

[Littleredfootbigredheart]

It depends on a few factors - room ambient temperature, target temperature in the enclosure and enclosure insulating properties. The maker recommends 80W per 10 sq.ft and this seems to be a fair estimate. I have an average consumption of 100-140W for a 6x3x2.5 enclosure in the winter (kept at 84-88F with a room temperature of 65F) - pretty close to numbers for Reptirad. During the day heaters have some rest, as room temperature rises, enclosure gets some sun and LEDs + UVB lamp throw out noticeable amount of heat.

Appreciate the insight, I’ll have a further look into it

 

[RandyTortoise]

Look at agriculture web sites. . . sites that provide equipment for farmers. Kane is a brand name. Search instead for pig blanket, or warming pads for baby pigs. The radiant heat panels might be found at a store catering to birds or chickens.

Yes they are essentially for farm animals so widely available