ARS Precision Infrared Temperature Gun

Standard probe thermometers are excellent for tracking ambient air temperatures, but they cannot reveal the true surface heat of a basking rock, slate hide, or cork branch. The ARS Infrared Temperature Gun delivers instant, contactless surface readings in just 0.5 seconds, providing the accuracy needed to dial in safe, science-backed thermal gradients without disturbing your animals.

Why Keepers Rely On It

• Pinpoint Basking Spot Accuracy: Reptiles absorb heat directly through surface contact and radiant energy; checking exact stone or wood temperatures prevents accidental burns while ensuring adequate belly heat for digestion.
• Instant 0.5-Second Response Time: Audit multiple levels, basking platforms, and shaded retreats across entire habitats or rack systems in seconds.
• Non-Invasive & Stress-Free: Laser-guided infrared targeting allows you to scan hides, tubs, and perches from outside the enclosure without intruding on shy or defensive animals.
• Vivid Full-Color LCD: High-contrast, backlit color screen offers clear visibility inside dim reptile rooms or beneath intense full-spectrum canopy lighting.
• Ergonomic, Durable Build: Features a comfortable, balanced trigger grip designed for comfortable, everyday room checks and expo travel.

Key Vivarium Applications

• Basking Platforms & Hotspots: Fine-tune surface basking temperatures for bearded dragons, uromastyx, monitors, and turtles.
• Under-Tank & Heat Cable Zones: Confirm consistent thermal outputs across tub floors and rack systems for leopard geckos and colubrids.
• Egg Incubation: Measure incubation medium and bin surfaces quickly without disrupting humidity levels.
• Microclimate Mapping: Track the exact difference between high basking branches, mid-level foliage, and deep subterranean burrows.

Technical Specifications

• Temperature Range: -58°F to 1022°F (-50°C to 550°C)
• Response Speed: 0.5 seconds
• Targeting: Integrated optical laser guide
• Display: Full-color digital LCD
• Readout Options: One-touch toggle between Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C)
• Power Source: 9V battery included (ready to scan out of the box)

Husbandry Tip

• An infrared temperature gun measures surface temperature, whereas digital probe hygrometer/thermometers measure ambient air temperature. Using both in tandem provides the full picture of your habitat’s microclimates and ensures your thermal gradient is functioning properly.