Infrared thermometers are the perfect solution to measuring the temperature in the terrarium, because they measure the surface heat radiation of objects in terrariums such as stones, heating mats, the popular sunny spot or the water temperature of the drinking and bathing bowl. This way, the pyrometers allow you to check of the habitat of reptiles and other animals without disturbing their rest.
In the terrarium, the object to be measured can also be targeted using a laser pointer. Its surface temperature is measured and read directly on the measuring device. But if animals are kept in the terrarium, it is recommended to turn off the laser pointer so as not to irritate them unnecessarily. This is easily possible with the Trotec infrared thermometer BP15, because its optical target laser can be switched on only when needed – for example for fast measuring point identification.
Application of infrared thermometers in the terrarium
Terrarium lovers usually use various decorative and useful items to equip and decorate the living space of plants and animals. However, different materials store heat quite differently and absorb and radiate it at different speeds as well. So it is good to have a functional infrared thermometer like the BP15 at your fingertips, with which you can quickly determine and check the surface temperature of stones, heating mats, water bowls and popular sunny spots at regular intervals.
A common misconception is also that it is possible to reliably measure the body temperature of animals with a classic infrared thermometer. This is only possible to a limited extent because infrared thermometers generally measure the surface temperature of objects – and of course this also applies to living things. You can measure the skin temperature with these infrared thermometers, which already gives you a valuable indication about the well-being of the animals.
Practical advantages at a glance
- The infrared thermometer enables fast contactless measurement of the temperature of various surfaces in the terrarium.
- The animals are not disturbed by the process as the measuring procedure is contactless. For this purpose, it should be possible to turn off the laser pointer.
- Thanks to a variety of functions such as the Max / Min / Display and the Hold function temperature, the infrared thermometer ensures the measurement of hotspots.
- With the infrared thermometer you can quickly measure the surface temperature of the animals. This gives you important indications about their general condition.
Professional infrared thermometers BP15 by Trotec
The popular pistol-type BP15 standard IR thermometer turns you into the perfect heat radiation scout in your terrarium. You can measure the surface temperature of any desired spot, for example on stones, heating mats and water bowls in a quick, reliable and contactless manner.
- The measurement range of the BP15 lies between -30 °C and 260 °C with an accuracy of ± 2 °C.
- Practical functions such as the hold function as well as the maximum and minimum value display also make the BP15 an indispensable helper for measuring hotspots in the terrarium area.
- Depending on the situation, the integrated laser pointer can be switched off or switched on, depending on the situation.
You can currently purchase the BP15 for £18.59 instead of £32.57, including VAT in the Trotec-Shop!
Your overview of Trotec’s “Infrared-Thermometer” adviser
1/5 What you should consider for precise temperature measurement
2/5 How to measure the temperature of food
3/5 How to measure the temperature of liquids
4/5 How to measure the temperature in the terrarium
5/5 The “Mini-Format” – small, handy and fast
