With many species it is important to give them a cycle of warm day time temperatures and cool night temperatures. Many species would experience this in their natural environment. Through an additional mains input lead and via a time switch or a Habistat 'Night eye' (not included) the thermostat will lower the set temperature for a period of time set on the time switch or controlled by the 'Night eye'.

A Dimming Thermostat is essential for controlling heat lamps in reptile vivariums. The way this thermostat works will very accurately control your heat lamp/s up to a maximum load of 600 watts. Using a Dimming Thermostat will provide a better environment for your reptile and also extend the life of your heater.

Note; A basic Temperature Thermostat simply switches a heater to full power until the your set temperature is achieved. It then switches the heater off completely until the temperature drops below the one you have set it to. The basic Temperature Thermostat will again deliver full power and the cycle starts over again so your heat lamp is frequently being switched on and off. This will significantly reduce the life of your heat lamp. The gap between the heater being switched on and then off is called hysteresis. It is between these points that the accuracy of the controller is assessed.

The Dimming Thermostat controls electricity to the heater, so provided you fit a Dimming Thermostat, your reptile will have a consistent temperature and you will extend the life of your heat lamp. Be sure you are providing the correct thermal gradient for the species you keep. All of our Habistat Thermostats are simple to fit and use. Ideal for your Vivarium/Terrarium. We strongly recommend the use of thermostats.