Could this run a heat lamp for a barn?
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This is the smallest unit that we make and is generally used for small lights and cell phones, lap top etc. in order to run a heat lamp for longer periods of time is to have the solar power and the batter power equal the power of the heat lamp x the number of hours you need the lamp to run. An example if you had a 500 watt heat lamp you will need 500X 12(volts) = 60 amps per hour. That equals 8 (110) amp batteries and 800 watts of solar power. We make this size unit quite often that typically cost between $2,500 to $3,500. I hope this answer helps you. Don OGSolar Power
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It would do pretty well. Keep in mind no foot pedal to vary your heat on the fly. It has a very stable arc once you set it.
641250
I dont think it would be warm enough. Even in mild temperatures I have to have a heat lamp in it.
419503
Sure, but I think it would be a waste and it won't do squat to heat the garage. It is really only suitable for heating a very small enclosed area, like a small bathroom. If you are using it to keep you warm while at a work bench in the garage or something, it might work if you keep it a couple of feet from you. Overall, I'd suggest saving your money and buying another product.
787015
I think it will heat it well, but I am not sure how long the tank will last. Could get expensive. Do you have electricity in the shed?
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If it draws 4.5 amps at 12v, yes- it should do fine if the days are long. What I did was to make one out of a heat pump, regular camping cooler and insulation. It only cost about $50, compared to almost $500 for a commercial one.
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Unfortunately, no. This would be a great little heater except for the cost of running it. I'm afraid to use it since it cost me over $100 extra in electricity and I only used it about three hours a day for a week.
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Yes it would be a little overkill as a 15 watt would do it. It can not run directly off of a panel so would also need a regulator and battery to go with it.
1615087
I have not had a problem with the heat lamp on this. So long as the temperature is maintained appropriately it should be fine. Just make sure that whatever is occupying the tank has a place to cool down when it/they need to and that there is enough air circulation.
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This lamp does not have an all weather enclosure, but if you place it in a protected area, it should be fine outdoors. You will need the proper socket for it to work.
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I'm not sure if the bulb would be efficient enough to heat the oil but there are plug in tart & oil warmers that use light bulbs on Amazon.
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I believe it would work okay. The light does generate a lot of heat -- so use in a confined spot could cause problems, in my view.PN
2009286
Yes but the heat from the lamp is very weak- the small gas container that is used might be why the pressure isnt enough to even get any heat from-
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You can and I do. I have two mini lamps for heat and one for UVB. It works out very well.
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Wow, Danielle, I don't know about this type of application. This heater draws a full 1500 watts and gets very hot. And, as you may know, the infrared heats skin and not the air. I suppose it would keep animals warm, but it won't heat the air. Unless you live in an area with very cheap electricity, continuous operation will be expensive.
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It would work, it is only 100W which is less than some light bulbs. Just letting you know it does get very hot so keep it away from anything that could be a potential danger of melting. And you don't want to leave it on all day like previously mentioned,I use it with a temperature controller that will shut it off when it reaches a certain temperature.
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Yes it can, if you're using this for animals I would recommend getting the hydro farm temp controller or another thermostat with it. Mine runs at about 119 degrees if it's just plugged into an outlet.