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Welshlamb
Yearling
United Kingdom
711 Posts |
 Posted - 10/09/2012 : 18:06:07
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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
MOD NOTE. moved to correct section
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Welshlamb
Yearling
United Kingdom
711 Posts |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 18:07:07
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| I was thinking of getting hold of some kind of netting for gardens? |
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Lozzy
Sub Adult
United Kingdom
1556 Posts |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 18:21:32
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http://www.surreypetsupplies.co.uk/search.php?mode=search&page=1  |
0.1 CB10 Snow Cornsnake - Galaxy ~(Currently MIA)
1.0 CB11 Ultramel Anery Consnake -Orion
0.1 CB11 Lavender Cornsnake - Star
0.1 Leopard Gecko-Simo
1.1 Jack Russell-T.J and Harley (Minature)
1.1 Cats-Rascal and Dizzee
1.0 TB Horse-Mickey |
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Auld Baldy
Ikea's Pimp
United Kingdom
1619 Posts |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 19:52:22
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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.  ) |
1.0.0: Miami Normal: Taggart
0.0.1: Carolina Normal: Wee Woody
0.0.1: Grey Rat Snake: Mirkey
0.0.1: Amel Corn: Blaze
1.0.0: Carpet Python: Vambo
0.0.1: MBK: Fester
0.0.1: Florida King Snake : Rattler (Rattle & Hum)
0.0.1. California King Snake: El Diablo Diego
0.2.0 Tarantulas : Ermintrude & Euphemia. |
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coxymk2
Sub Adult
United Kingdom
1245 Posts |
Posted - 10/09/2012 : 20:41:21
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| Yes lots of us use them they are very good |
0.0.1 ANERY (Liquorice)
0.0.1 CAROLINA (Bangle)
0.0.1 AMEL (Boozer)
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Welshlamb
Yearling
United Kingdom
711 Posts |
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 |
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Thorne Walker
Yearling
Canada
642 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 05:30:01
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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). |
1.0.0 CB'11 Volcano Corn 'Kitty'
0.0.1 CB'11 Russian Rat Snake 'Monster'
2.0.0 CB'04 Roof Rabbits 'Baka Neko-San' and 'Usagi Neko-San'
My Setup :http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=27228
The Kids: http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=26248 |
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Welshlamb
Yearling
United Kingdom
711 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 08:29:08
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quote:
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. |
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coxymk2
Sub Adult
United Kingdom
1245 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 08:49:53
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| Easily done playing with electrics gives you a nice little tingle doesn't it lol |
0.0.1 ANERY (Liquorice)
0.0.1 CAROLINA (Bangle)
0.0.1 AMEL (Boozer)
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Welshlamb
Yearling
United Kingdom
711 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 09:00:39
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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 |
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Welshlamb
Yearling
United Kingdom
711 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 13:06:59
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| Just bought that strip led from ikea, now just the task of securing it to the viv. |
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Freddiesmum
Sub Adult
1083 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 13:12:13
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| Let us know how you get on with that.......i'll be getting the same led lights soon |
1.1.0 Corn Snakes, Oscar the Golddust Motley, Emmy the Ultramel Anery
2.0.0 Cats, Yoda and Ed
1.0.0 Leopard Gecko, Masuka
1.0.0 Western Hognose Snake - Hugo |
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Welshlamb
Yearling
United Kingdom
711 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 14:25:55
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| Done it, but don't know what to use to block holes meant for wires? |
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Welshlamb
Yearling
United Kingdom
711 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2012 : 16:28:13
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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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Edited by - Welshlamb on 11/09/2012 16:33:27 |
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Bulb Guard / Cage
