Setting Up an Arcadia Deep Heat Projector for my Leopard Gecko! ☀️

[@HunterHouck]

What is your favorite type of heat for your reptile? Do you use heat mats halogens, incandescent, or deep heat projectors? Something else? Let me know!

[@alexandersreptiles2802]

Right now I have a normal light, I do not like that to much I got him very recently so soon we are going to change to a heat mat

[@ArcadiaReptile]

Hey, thanks for reviewing our DHP lamp, this is a very helpful video for keepers in the USA

[@hales6547]

Where could i find the chart of what wattage is best? Ive got a leopard gecko also in a 55 gallon tank thats approximarely 18-20 or so in. In height.

[@Anon_E_Muss]

What do I use for a leopard gecko in a 20 gallon long tank? From the video I guess I'm going with the 50w bulb and the recommended thermostat

[@ArcadiaReptile]

@@Anon_E_Muss yes thats correct, 50w and dimming stat

[@Anon_E_Muss]

@@ArcadiaReptile thank you!

[@Anon_E_Muss]

@@ArcadiaReptile just purchased your deep heat projector bulbs and bulb fixture... Waiting for the repstat 1 to arrive and I'll set everything up. Thanks for helping me pick the correct bulbs for my leopard gecko.

[@nataliewhitfield5179]

I've been so confused on light and heat for my leopard gecko and now I finally understand! Thanks so much!

[@sunshine6616love]

Great video! Thank you. I just got the DHP for my leopard gecko and watching this is making me feel more confident in setting mine up 🎉

[@HunterHouck]

I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@loreg1284]

@HunterHouck, which lamp do u think is better for heat reflection porcelain or ceramic? What size do you recommend 5.5 , 8.5 or 10 inches?

[@marislove5998]

Good stuff!!

[@Avocetexotics]

I'll definitely have to test one of these out for Harry my leopard gecko and maybe my bearded dragon Elvis! I just got my giveaway tumbler in today! It is soooo cute! If I had Instagram, I would definitely tag you in it, but I'll just have to show it in one of my future KZbin videos ( I need to get on editing. Lol. I have 3 videos filmes that I need to edit and upload... )! I love the personal notes and I have been using my tumbler all day since I got it! Thanks again! I'll have to order some stickers soon! They are all so adorable!

[@HunterHouck]

I’m glad you got your tumbler! Can’t wait to see it! Enjoy! 😊

[@gagehamm7248]

Thank you for this video… I will be getting one of these to keep on 24/7 for my leopard gecko I don’t know what I should do for the day. Would I just want to keep a UVB light on a timer throughout the day and just leave the DHP on at all times? Really trying to get my lighting and heating situation figured out.

[@HunterHouck]

Hey there! I suggest the Arcadia ShadeDweller UVB 12 hours per day, and the DHP on a dimming thermostat at all times.

[@scorpie-gamez-046]

Under my reptile hide it's not getting hot I'm using slate so should do, Do I aso need proper slate hide for heat to pass through from the floor slate to the hide

[@officiallycharroadto4004]

Nice video !

[@HunterHouck]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@Mike-vu8nn]

I currently use a heat mat, but I'm researching other options at the moment. Why is a dimming thermostat needed over a regular on/off thermostat? I like the idea of getting a deep heat projector, but any dimming thermostat I've found is well over $100 which is definitely out of my budget.

[@HunterHouck]

A regular on/off thermostat wears out the filament very quickly. It would make the DHP need to be replaced multiple times per year as opposed to every 2-3 years.

[@dogsforever8778]

Yeah that's the problem I am having so I might not get to get a deep heat projector which sucks.

[@nourhanateout7187]

Which dimmer for dhp did u end up using? I only see places to get dhp and the dimmer you no longer want to use in description. Thank you! Also my gecko is coming out more often when I use dhp vs uth. I have it with thermostat but like you said dimmer is better cause it doesn't completely shut light off

[@HunterHouck]

I’ve had this one going for around a year and really like it! - amzn.to/3NF6phB

[@nourhanateout7187]

@@HunterHouck lol ow no it's out of stock unfortunately :(

[@Schultz_11]

Do you need a specific clamp lamp for the deep heat projector to work properly? I purchased one that is like a wire cage because it would work better for my tank but I didnt know if you needed the ceramic lamp for it to work

[@HunterHouck]

Hi! I use and recommend this one. smile.amazon.com/dp/B0002AQCX2/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_glt_fabc_D41E2AP3TJXSB3NSXK9T?linkCode=ml2&tag=hunterhouck0d-20 I would always recommend a ceramic lamp as this prevents fire.

[@Thunderhawk014]

Hi Hunter, question! I am switching to a Dhp from a heat mat, what do you do with the DHP at night? I'll have a dimming stat, but with the heat mat, it's on all the time. Do I leave the Dhp on all the time and just drop the temp at night? Or do I have to manually shut it off every day? Thanks to any help you can offer!

[@HunterHouck]

Great question! My dimming thermostat has a “night mode” which allows you to set a different temperature at night. I have it set 5° F lower at night than during the day. If your thermostat doesn’t have a night mode, leave it at the same temperature all the time. :)

[@Thunderhawk014]

@Hunter Houck I bought the 600w exo terra with day/night mode, as I believe that's what you suggested in comments. Your video and comment were very helpful. Thank you!

[@37Sith]

What type of dome do you hook this up to? I just ordered the deep heat projector but i cannot find the arcadia cage for it anywhere.... So what cani use that's safe?

[@HunterHouck]

I use a 5.5” dome, similar to this one. amzn.to/2XtUddO

[@37Sith]

@@HunterHouck lmao 😆 Apparently we think the same! I literally just got done with all of this and cancelled the order for the lamp you show in your video and opted for the fluker 5.5 that you're describing! Muy god that's funny! Thanks Again!

[@sstevo4066]

Do you have any other options for a dimminh thermostat? I see in your update that you didn't care for the herpstat.

[@HunterHouck]

There is one linked in this video’s description that I use now.

[@lizardlover9579]

Great video!! I’m getting one for one of my leos! Any recommendations for a dimming thermostat? I’m struggling to find one.

[@HunterHouck]

Thank you! Here’s what I use now and recommend. amzn.to/3AUgOyH

[@darcyshouldice5076]

What light source do you use for the day/night cycle when you are using DHP? Do you have the uvb light on for all the daylight hours, or only some? Can the uvb light be used as the light for day?

[@HunterHouck]

I use the UVB as the daylight source. It’s plugged into a smart outlet so that it turns on at sunrise and off at sunset each day. This way, she gets the full day-length cycle every year.

[@xmhina]

What thermostat do you recommend to control the heat light?

[@HunterHouck]

You need a dimming thermostat. I recommend (and use) this one. Make sure it’s the 600 watt version. Here’s the link on Amazon, but you can find it other places as well. amzn.to/3D8vOuB

[@xmhina]

@@HunterHouck does this dimming thermostat work with this deep heat projector? Sorry I have a lot of questions 😅

[@lauramoore9601]

Can you use this for a corn snake?

[@HunterHouck]

Yes!

[@xmhina]

What is the uvb light that you have in your tank?

[@HunterHouck]

It’s this one! You can use code HUNTER10 for 10% off the whole site. www.pangeareptile.com/products/arcadia-shadedweller-prot5-uvb-kit-12?sca_ref=1306787.gaafjO0klh

[@37Sith]

Hey there! So i finally for everything to set mine up in my geckos 20 gallon long tank and is it normal for the 50 watt DHP to take forever to get to temp? I have it hooked up to the exo terra 600 watt pulse thermostat like you have and i set the day and night to 95 f like well over an hour ago and its barely up to 91.... Does it take a while to get to temp?

[@HunterHouck]

Hi! I would set it at 92°F, and expect it to fluctuate between 90° and 92°. It does take a while to heat up, but what setting do you have yours on?

[@37Sith]

@@HunterHouck I have it on pulse right now.... And i set the day and night to 95....

[@37Sith]

@@HunterHouck also from videos I've seen including yours, in assuming the temp probe goes on top of the warm hide right? Not under it? Just wanna make sure I'm doing everything right

[@37Sith]

@@HunterHouck btw is it supposed to be on pulse or dimming?

[@HunterHouck]

On top of the warm hide, which should be over a piece of slate or tile. I use dimming.

[@larrydingle77]

What size is that dome

[@bronxmadejustin7254]

I’ve been trying to find the right thermostat for a deep heat protector can you leave any link for me to buy a good thermostat for my deep heat protector thanks 😊

[@HunterHouck]

Hi! Here’s one that I highly recommend. amzn.to/2Ue64uy

[@bronxmadejustin7254]

@@HunterHouck thanks so much

[@sabriguzman]

@@HunterHouck how has it been working? I plan to use the deep heat projector as well and can’t decide on which thermostat to go with

[@HunterHouck]

Exo Terra 600w is still what I use and recommend. If you don’t mind using my affiliate link on Amazon what you buy it, it really helps the channel! :)

[@37Sith]

Is that a piece of tile under your warm hide?

[@HunterHouck]

Yes

[@kaylasennhenn8204]

do you use a heat mat along with the dhp?

[@HunterHouck]

I do not. :)

[@fuyoung5655]

How do u put yo light up I need to do that plz educate me g thx

[@HunterHouck]

I’ve had the DHP running since this video went up.

[@fuyoung5655]

@@HunterHouck no wat I mean is, wat type of clamps at holding up the light so it’s inside the tank

[@raulromero123]

@@HunterHouck Yeah how is your shadedweller mounted up ? What clamps and wires did you use and froom where did you buy them?

[@HunterHouck]

The ShadeDweller comes with mounting clips.

[@raulromero123]

@@HunterHouck what wires are you using to hold it up?

[@Ali093]

PetSmart sells them now!

[@GabrielGuzman18]

What is the difference between the herpstat and the other thermostat?

[@HunterHouck]

Great question! The more advanced dimming thermostats dim the DHP instead of turning it on and off to reach the desired temperature. That said, I ended up returning the Herpstat for an Exo Terra 600w dimming thermostat, which I much prefer.

[@GabrielGuzman18]

@@HunterHouck thank you!

[@zptwin2]

@@HunterHouck can you link the thermostat and where you got it?

[@HunterHouck]

Sure! Here you go! amzn.to/3shbVfC

[@zptwin2]

@@HunterHouck awesome thanks alot, this is still working well for you?

[@toadlover3873]

I need advice on how to take care of a toad.

[@HunterHouck]

Hi! I have a care guide about them here! hunterhouck.medium.com/toad-care-guide-c5c47d1be0ad

[@toadlover3873]

@@HunterHouck thank you