Protection and health - UVA and UVB radiation are essential for reptile health, supporting calcium synthesis and important behaviors. Reptiles, amphibians, and other small pets may also need extra heat at certain times and seasons to stay warm. Compatibility and use - Provides a safe guard between pets and direct heat sources. It helps protect turtles, lizards, and other small animals from contact with heat lamps. - Suitable for all bulb types up to 200 watts, including fluorescent lamps, UVA/UVB bulbs, night lamps, heating lamps, ceramic bulbs, and spotlight bulbs. - The lamp guard is designed to keep pets safe while allowing the heat and light they need to reach their enclosure. Design and installation - Multi-purpose design with two small hanging holes, so the shade can be suspended inside an aquarium or reptile terrarium. - A simple bottom lock prevents pets from opening during use and only needs to be opened for installing or replacing the bulb. - Wire length is 1.5 meters, providing flexible placement options. Material and safety - Made from a stainless steel mesh with a painted surface that is safe for pets. The mesh is elastic and durable and conducts heat effectively. - The bottom allows for different bulbs under 200 watts to be installed. A safe distance between the bulb and the mesh dissipates heat to prevent overheating and protect the pet’s fragile skin. Use scenarios - Reptile basking station: Place the guard under a UVB/heat lamp in a terrarium to provide warm, UV-lit basking without direct contact with the skin. - Mixed-species enclosure: Use with a combination of UVB and heating bulbs to maintain proper temperatures and UV exposure for turtles, lizards, or amphibians, while keeping their skin protected. - Small pet habitat upgrade: Add to an aquarium or terrarium to create a safer light and heat setup for active daytime basking or nighttime warmth. Key attributes - Function: Protect pets from direct contact with heat sources while delivering UVA/UVB exposure and warmth. - Compatibility: Works with all bulb types under 200 watts; suitable for fluorescent, UVA/UVB, night, heating, ceramic, and spotlight bulbs. - Size and fit: Designed for use in aquariums or reptile terrariums with hanging holes; bottom lock for safety during operation. - Material: Stainless steel mesh with painted surface; safe, durable, and heat-conductive. - Performance: Allows safe heat dissipation, preventing overheating and skin injury while maintaining effective exposure for health and behavior benefits.