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| Welshlamb |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 18:06:07
I have been wracking my brain trying to get one of these. Cant find one anywhere.
I have a energy bulb 15w but it's still enough heat to hurt or worse kill my corn if he decides to wrap himself on the bulb.
I have tried to self make a cage, although the holes are way to wide and he could climb in.
Anyone used any alternative ways of preventing the snake getting near the bulb ?
I'd appreciate any links or help
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| Welshlamb |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 16:28:13
Have finally installed the new lighting. Looks the part I must say.
Just got to wait now until tomorrow when my stat, 3d background and dual thermometer arrives. Then I can lay some substrate for the little fella.
So exciting!!
Here's what I got so far
Thank you all for the help and advice 
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| Welshlamb |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 14:25:55
Done it, but don't know what to use to block holes meant for wires? |
| Freddiesmum |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 13:12:13
Let us know how you get on with that.......i'll be getting the same led lights soon |
| Welshlamb |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 13:06:59
Just bought that strip led from ikea, now just the task of securing it to the viv. |
| Welshlamb |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 09:00:39
quote:
Originally posted by coxymk2
Easily done playing with electrics gives you a nice little tingle doesn't it lol
Yes, really shocking! Still tingling now lol |
| coxymk2 |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 08:49:53
Easily done playing with electrics gives you a nice little tingle doesn't it lol |
| Welshlamb |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 08:29:08
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Originally posted by Thorne Walker
I've got some cold cathode bulbs that were pulled from computer monitors. They are the long thin florescent bulbs that run the long side of any modern 'flatpanel', they run on 12v (with an Inverter)and give a nice even light...
Mind you you can get kits intended for computer case builders to use.
But if you're gonna spend the money Ikea is easier (probably).
Good idea. Although tbh I have already managed to electrocuted self yesterday adding a bulb into the tank. The flex was still plugged into the mains which I forgot to take out after testing fuse, I managed to touch exposed wire and gave myself one hell of a jolt. No idea how I got off so lightly I put it down to the plaster on my finger. Lesson learnt.
So I think I'll just save myself the hassle and get the ikea strip light. |
| Thorne Walker |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 05:30:01
I've got some cold cathode bulbs that were pulled from computer monitors. They are the long thin florescent bulbs that run the long side of any modern 'flatpanel', they run on 12v (with an Inverter)and give a nice even light...
Mind you you can get kits intended for computer case builders to use.
But if you're gonna spend the money Ikea is easier (probably). |
| Welshlamb |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 23:47:50
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Originally posted by Auld Baldy
A better alternative is to use LED strip lights. They are low energy, don't give off any heat and give a decent overall light in the viv.
I recommend the IKEA Ledberg strip. Around £11.
(I use and recommend them but don't receive any discount or reward although I really deserve something for all the punting I do for them.  )
Brilliant idea. Will be going to ikea first thing tomorrow.
Thank you
Ps - you should contact them and start asking for commission on sales lol |
| coxymk2 |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 20:41:21
Yes lots of us use them they are very good |
| Auld Baldy |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 19:52:22
A better alternative is to use LED strip lights. They are low energy, don't give off any heat and give a decent overall light in the viv.
I recommend the IKEA Ledberg strip. Around £11.
(I use and recommend them but don't receive any discount or reward although I really deserve something for all the punting I do for them. ) |
| Lozzy |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 18:21:32
http://www.surreypetsupplies.co.uk/search.php?mode=search&page=1  |
| Welshlamb |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 18:07:07
I was thinking of getting hold of some kind of netting for gardens? |
