Vivarium Electronics VE300 Proportional Thermostat with Night Drop

Reptiles have unique thermal needs based on species, behavior, and enclosure style - and the VE-300 from Vivarium Electronics is built for keepers who want full precision with built-in protection. With pulse, dim, and on/off control, an included night drop function, and audible alarms, it's advanced thermal management and peace of mind in a single unit.

Best For

• Species that benefit from natural overnight temperature drops (e.g., ball pythons, many colubrids and geckos)
• Keepers who want alarms watching their enclosure around the clock
• Radiant heat panels, heat tape, heat mats, Deep Heat Projectors, and Ceramic Heat Emitters

Key Features

• Three Control Modes – Pulse, dim, and on/off operation to match any non-light-emitting heat source.
• Night Drop Included – Automatically lowers temperatures overnight to mimic natural day/night cycles.
• Built-In Alarms – Get alerted the moment temperatures move out of range.
• Safety Shutoff Built In – Automatic protection against overheating for round-the-clock peace of mind.
• Precision Temperature Stability – Pulse and dim modes hold rock-steady temps your animals depend on.
• 700W Capacity – Plenty of headroom for vivariums, racks, and multi-enclosure setups.

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Why Keepers Love It

The VE-300 is the full package for serious keepers - precision control, automatic night cycling, and alarms that watch your enclosure when you can't. Trusted by hobbyists and breeders alike for performance, safety, and long-term reliability.