{"product_id":"zoo-med-repti-heat-cable-25w-4-5m","title":"Zoo Med Repti Heat Cable 25w 4.5m","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelly heat and warm zones without an open bulb.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Zoo Med Repti Heat Cable is a flexible 25 W heating cable, 4.5 m (14.75 ft) long, designed to be wrapped around branches and cage furniture or run beneath a tank to create localised warm zones for reptiles and amphibians. Zoo Med sizes this length for enclosures in the 10–20 US gallon range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25 W, 4.5 m length\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough cable to wrap branches, line the back of an enclosure, or run under a tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible cable format\u003c\/strong\u003e — creates warm zones and belly heat without the open surface of a lamp or ceramic emitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-resistant construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — suited to the humidity of naturalistic and planted terrariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool lead section\u003c\/strong\u003e — the first stretch of cable runs cool, so wiring at the enclosure edge doesn't add heat where you don't want it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWattage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 m (14.75 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended enclosure size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–20 US gallon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustralian 240 V \/ 50 Hz mains, AU plug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-resistant (not submersible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWrap the cable around branches or cage furniture, or run it beneath the enclosure or under substrate to create a warm zone. Secure it with heat-resistant tape rather than ordinary tape. Keep the cable itself out of direct contact with animals — it's a heat source for the enclosure, not something for an animal to rest directly on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse with a thermostat or rheostat, which Zoo Med recommends particularly where room temperature runs at 27°C (80°F) or above — without one, a heat cable left on a fixed high setting can overheat an enclosure. As with any mains-powered heating device, check the cable for damage before each use and keep connections away from water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for creating warm zones or belly heat in terrariums and vivariums within its recommended size range. Not a substitute for overhead basking heat where a species needs a distinct basking spot — pair it with a basking lamp for species that bask, and use the cable for background or belly warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs with a thermostat to control output automatically, and with a digital thermometer placed at animal level to confirm the warm zone is reaching the target range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Zoo Med's standard guarantee in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships as a standard small parcel item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo I need a thermostat with this cable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eZoo Med recommends one, especially in warmer rooms — running the cable without any temperature control risks the warm zone drifting hotter than intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I bury it under substrate?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eZoo Med's own instructions describe using the cable above or below substrate. Whichever way you install it, keep the animal from direct contact with the cable itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size enclosure is this cable meant for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eZoo Med recommends this 4.5 m length for enclosures in the 10–20 US gallon range. Larger enclosures may need a longer cable or an additional heat source.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this replace a basking lamp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It creates background or belly warmth rather than a focused basking spot — species that need to bask still need an overhead heat source as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZooMed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293328916771,"sku":"ZM257","price":55.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/ZM257.png?v=1782882875","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/zoo-med-repti-heat-cable-25w-4-5m","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}