Description
ProRep's 60x45x45cm vivarium range offers high-quality, lightweight, and affordable housing for reptiles. With a sleek black aluminium frame, these vivariums provide an unbeatable view of your pet and their habitat. But aside from being lightweight, easy to build, and stunning to look at, they also pack some seriously clever design choices.
Key features:
- Side-mounted vents allow the back of the enclosure to be placed against a wall.
- Hidden channels for the screws to make sure they can't scratch other surfaces.
- Easy access, adjustable rear cable management.
- A 5mm ventilation lip around the top and bottom panels, ensuring air flow.
Superior Strength
Unlike traditional all-wooden vivariums, the ProRep vivarium range utilises a robust aluminium frame as its main support structure. This elegant change eliminates the risk of wearing or splitting panels over time. Additionally, as the aluminium profile runs along all of the outer edges, it is able to securely lock side and back panels in place for a rigid, long-lasting build, designed to last for years.
Lightweight
Thanks to the strength of the aluminium frame, the ProRep vivarium range can utilise thinner and lighter panels without sacrificing durability. The bottom panel is crafted from 12mm melamine-coated chipboard, and the sides from 6mm melamine-coated chipboard. The lid remains 15mm thick, which has become the standard for wooden vivariums, as it allows a variety of equipment to be screwed directly into the ceiling of the enclosure and held securely in place. All of these improvements in weight and design lead to a vivarium that's easy to build and light enough to relocate.
Maximum Visibility
Owing to the aluminium corner posts, there is no longer a need to use large obstructive support plinths on the front of the enclosure. For maximum visibility, the ProRep vivarium range includes a bottom strip of glass, topped with a black runner for the sliding glass doors, which extend all the way to the ceiling. The front profile is visually stunning when fully decorated.
Product Specifications:
- Available in Grey, Oak or Black wood effects
- 60cm wide, 45cm deep and 45cm tall
- Black aluminium corner posts
- Sliding glass doors with a plastic door latch
- Bottom panel - 12mm thick
- Side panels - 6mm thick
- Top panel - 15mm thick
- Black plastic side vents
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the ProRep vivarium use an aluminium frame instead of a traditional wooden structure?
The robust aluminium corner posts run along all outer edges of the enclosure, locking the side and back panels securely in place. Unlike all-wooden builds, this removes the risk of panels wearing or splitting over time and means the front of the reptile enclosure no longer needs bulky support plinths, which is what gives this range its unobstructed view. The result is a more durable, modern setup that holds its shape for years.
How does the vent placement work on this vivarium?
The side-mounted vents are a deliberate design choice that allows the back of the enclosure to sit flush against a wall without blocking airflow. A 5mm ventilation lip around the top and bottom panels supports consistent airflow throughout, and the adjustable rear cable management port makes it straightforward to run heating and lighting equipment without an awkward setup process.
What are the panel thicknesses on the ProRep 60x45x45cm vivarium?
The bottom panel is 12mm melamine-coated chipboard, the side panels are 6mm, and the top panel is 15mm. The thicker lid is in line with the standard for wooden vivariums and means equipment can be screwed directly into the ceiling of the enclosure and held securely in place. The thinner side panels are possible because the aluminium frame carries the structural load, keeping the overall vivarium lightweight without compromising durability.
Is the ProRep 60x45x45cm vivarium a good option for reptile housing if you're short on space or need to move it?
Yes. The combination of a lightweight build and compact 60 x 45 x 45cm footprint makes it easy to relocate if needed, which is a practical benefit compared to heavier traditional wooden vivariums. The hidden screw channels also mean the exterior won't scratch adjacent surfaces if it's placed in a tight space or moved around. It's a solid, affordable option for exotic pets that need a secure, well-ventilated enclosure without taking over a room.
