{"product_id":"exo-terra-porcelain-wire-clamp-lamp","title":"Exo Terra Porcelain Wire Clamp Lamp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA heat-resistant fixture built to run a ceramic emitter or basking bulb safely.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Exo Terra Porcelain Wire Clamp Lamp is a heat-resistant porcelain-socket light fixture with a protective wire guard, an aluminium reflector and a spring clamp for mounting on mesh or bracket, available in two sizes rated for different maximum bulb wattages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-resistant porcelain socket\u003c\/strong\u003e — built to run hot-running bulbs continuously without the socket itself degrading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire guard\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps the animal and enclosure furnishings off the bulb itself, reducing burn and fire risk from direct contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminium reflector\u003c\/strong\u003e — directs more of the bulb's heat and light down into the enclosure instead of out into the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring-loaded clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e — mounts on a mesh screen top or the Exo Terra Light Bracket without extra hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuns several bulb types\u003c\/strong\u003e — ceramic heat emitters, mercury vapour bulbs, incandescent and screw-based CFL bulbs, provided you stay within the fixture's wattage rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall (RP04)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLarge (RP05)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarcode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e015561220606\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e015561220620\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSocket\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat-resistant porcelain, screw-fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat-resistant porcelain, screw-fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum bulb wattage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible bulb types\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic heat emitters, mercury vapour bulbs, incandescent bulbs, screw-based CFLs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic heat emitters, mercury vapour bulbs, incandescent bulbs, screw-based CFLs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring clamp; compatible with Exo Terra Light Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring clamp; compatible with Exo Terra Light Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eExo Terra's own product pages list a maximum of 250 W in the feature bullets on both the Small and Large listings, which conflicts with the 150 W figure stated in the running text on the same pages. Independent Australian and US retailer listings tie 150 W specifically to the Small fixture (RP04) and 250 W specifically to the Large (RP05), so we've published those figures rather than the higher bullet-point number on both. If you're running a bulb close to either limit, check the rating printed on the fixture itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeat and UV output — this is the fixture, not the bulb\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is a lamp holder. It does not itself produce heat, light or UV — that comes entirely from whatever bulb you fit. For the actual temperature-by-distance or UV-index-by-distance figures, check the gradient table published on that bulb's own product page, and make sure the bulb's wattage is within this fixture's rated maximum above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for mounting ceramic heat emitters, halogen and mercury-vapour basking bulbs, and incandescent heat bulbs up to the fixture's rated wattage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a substitute for a thermostat — light-emitting basking or halogen bulbs and ceramic heat emitters both need thermostatic control to prevent overheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot rated for use on plastic or acrylic mesh — mount on a metal mesh screen top or a proper light bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit a thermostat rated for your bulb type — dimming for light-emitting bulbs, pulse-proportional or on\/off for ceramic heat emitters. Never exceed the fixture's rated wattage; running a bulb over the limit risks socket failure and fire. Keep the wire guard in place at all times so animals and furnishings can't reach the bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe the reflector and guard down periodically to keep reflectivity up and dust off the socket. Check the clamp spring tension occasionally — a loose clamp is the most common cause of a fixture working itself free over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with a dimming or pulse thermostat matched to your bulb type, and with the Exo Terra Light Bracket if your enclosure doesn't have a mesh top to clamp onto.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by the Exo Terra manufacturer's warranty against defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard freight — small, lightweight item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this fixture with a UVB bulb?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — UVB tube and compact bulbs need a specific UVB-rated fixture. This porcelain wire clamp lamp is for heat-emitting bulbs: ceramic heat emitters, halogen, mercury vapour and incandescent heat bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo I still need a separate thermostat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This fixture has no built-in temperature control — it's a socket, reflector and guard only. Any bulb run through it needs a thermostat sized for that bulb type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch the fixture to your bulb's wattage: the Small (RP04) is rated to 150 W, the Large (RP05) to 250 W. Check the wattage printed on your bulb's packaging before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I mount this directly to a glass terrarium wall?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the spring clamp is designed to grip a metal mesh screen top or the Exo Terra Light Bracket, not smooth glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ExoTerra","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":55293256565027,"sku":"RP04","price":92.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":55335210877219,"sku":"RP05","price":103.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/RP04.png?v=1782876564","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/exo-terra-porcelain-wire-clamp-lamp","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}