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Just a cautionary reminder to anyone with a new set up or purchasing a new bulb; ALWAYS check the wattage on your casing and your bulb to make sure they are appropriately matched. Having a bulb which is too powerful for the housing it is in can be a fatal mistake.
I received this from someone who adopted a hatchling from me and had the correct bulb in an improper housing; she was incredibly fortunate that the tortoise was okay and that she was home so was able to intercept the fire before losing her house and pets.
We can not be too careful when it comes to heating elements; know your bulbs and your appliances and use them only as appropriate! I know most forum members are well versed in this but thought it was worth sharing if it helps even one person to correct a problem before it becomes one. Scary stuff.
I received this from someone who adopted a hatchling from me and had the correct bulb in an improper housing; she was incredibly fortunate that the tortoise was okay and that she was home so was able to intercept the fire before losing her house and pets.
We can not be too careful when it comes to heating elements; know your bulbs and your appliances and use them only as appropriate! I know most forum members are well versed in this but thought it was worth sharing if it helps even one person to correct a problem before it becomes one. Scary stuff.