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- Description
Liquid Crystal Thermometer for Reptile Enclosures
Zoo Med High Range Reptile Thermometer is a simple, reliable liquid crystal thermometer designed for monitoring temperatures in all types of reptile enclosures. With a temperature range of 70 to 105 degrees F (21 to 40 degrees C), it covers the high-end heat zones required by many desert and tropical reptile species.
The easy-to-read crystal coloring changes with temperature, giving you an at-a-glance reading without the need for batteries or digital displays. The black design blends cleanly into most enclosure setups, keeping the focus on your reptile and habitat.
Key Benefits
- Liquid crystal technology for easy, at-a-glance temperature readings
- High range coverage: 70 to 105 degrees F (21 to 40 degrees C)
- Suitable for all types of reptile enclosures
- No batteries required - passive liquid crystal operation
- Easy-to-read crystal color changes indicate current temperature
- Sleek black design blends into enclosure setups
- Lightweight and low-profile at 0.03 lbs
Why Reptile Owners Choose It
Reptile keepers choose the Zoo Med High Range Thermometer for its simplicity and reliability. With no batteries or electronics to fail, the liquid crystal strip provides a consistent, maintenance-free temperature reference that is always visible at a glance. The high-end range makes it particularly well-suited for desert species and basking zones where temperatures regularly exceed 85 to 90 degrees F.
Quick Product Snapshot
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Liquid Crystal Reptile Thermometer |
| Temperature Range | 70 to 105 degrees F (21 to 40 degrees C) |
| Color | Black |
| Power Source | No batteries required |
| Intended Use | All types of reptile enclosures |
| Brand | Zoo Med |
| SKU / Barcode | 097612300109 |
Material and Design Breakdown
The thermometer uses liquid crystal technology - a passive, battery-free system where the crystal material changes color in response to temperature. The color shift provides a clear, readable indication of the current enclosure temperature within the 70 to 105 degrees F range. The black housing keeps the strip low-profile and visually unobtrusive inside the enclosure.
Setup and Compatibility Guidance
Attach the thermometer strip to the inside or outside wall of your reptile enclosure at the desired monitoring location. For accurate basking zone readings, position near the basking area. For ambient temperature monitoring, place on the cool side of the enclosure. Compatible with glass terrariums, plastic enclosures, and other standard reptile habitat types.
Ideal for Reptile Keepers Who...
- Need a simple, battery-free temperature monitoring solution for their reptile enclosure
- Keep desert or high-heat species that require temperatures in the 85 to 105 degrees F range
- Want an easy-to-read at-a-glance thermometer for daily enclosure checks
- Are setting up a new reptile habitat and need a reliable baseline temperature reference
- Prefer a low-profile, unobtrusive thermometer that blends into their enclosure setup
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature range does this thermometer cover?
This thermometer covers 70 to 105 degrees F (21 to 40 degrees C), making it ideal for monitoring high-heat basking zones and desert reptile enclosures.
Does this thermometer require batteries?
No - this is a passive liquid crystal thermometer that requires no batteries or power source.
How do I read the temperature?
The liquid crystal material changes color in response to temperature. The easy-to-read crystal coloring indicates the current temperature within the displayed range.
What types of enclosures is this thermometer compatible with?
This thermometer is designed for use in all types of reptile enclosures, including glass terrariums and plastic habitats.
Where should I place the thermometer in my enclosure?
Place near the basking area to monitor hot spot temperatures, or on the cool side for ambient temperature readings. Multiple thermometers can be used to monitor both zones simultaneously.
Product Highlights
- Liquid crystal thermometer with no batteries required
- High range: 70 to 105 degrees F (21 to 40 degrees C)
- Easy-to-read color-changing crystal display
- Compatible with all types of reptile enclosures
- Sleek black design - low-profile and unobtrusive
- Lightweight at 0.03 lbs
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Zoo Med |
| SKU | 097612300109 |
| Barcode | 097612300109 |
| Product Type | Liquid Crystal Reptile Thermometer |
| Color | Black |
| Temperature Range | 70 to 105 degrees F (21 to 40 degrees C) |
| Power Source | No batteries required |
| Weight | 0.03 lbs |
| Intended Use | All types of reptile enclosures |
| Package Contents | 1 thermometer strip |
