Heat Pads, Heat Panels, Heat Cable & Rocks

Heat pads, heat cables, large surface mats, and rock heaters provide steady “belly heat” from below so reptiles can thermoregulate safely. This category covers simple stick-on pads for standard glass tanks, flexible cables for rack systems, and larger mats and rocks for bigger animals or specialty setups. These products build the warm side of your gradient and are meant to work alongside visible light from daytime heat bulbs and compatible light fixtures.

Choosing a Heater

• One glass tank: Pick an under-tank pad sized to the enclosure (mini, 30–40 gallon, 50–60 gallon) and place it under one end for a warm/cool side.
• Multiple cages or racks: Use a heat cable that can run along shelves or around several enclosures from a single plug.
• Large floor setups: Choose a broad poly or carbon-fiber mat when you need a wide, durable warm area instead of a small hot spot; add a thermostat or rheostat for finer control.

Featured Products

# Under-Tank Pads

• Zoo Med mini ReptiTherm heating pad - Compact pad for very small enclosures and starter tanks.
• Zoo Med 30–40 Gallon Heat Pad - Under-tank heater sized for mid-range glass tanks.
• Zoo Med 50–60 Gallon Heat Pad - Larger pad for big 50–60 gallon setups needing a broad warm zone.

# Cables & Large Mats

• Zoo Med 39 ft Repti Heat Cable - Long flexible cable for heating multiple cages or racks.
• Exo Terra Heat Mat 16W PTC Carbon Fiber - Self-regulating mat for even, efficient heat on medium glass terrariums.
• Kane 18" x 28" Poly Heat Mat - Heavy-duty mat that covers a wide warm area for tortoises and larger reptiles.

# Rock Heaters

• Zoo Med mini rock heater - Heated rock that adds a natural-looking warm perch as a secondary heat source.