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What UVB do you use?
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 2:31 pmby koreyleigh
I'm going out to get my first UVB light today or tomorrow pending an educated recommendation from one of you fine people
I've read some conflicting information on which bulb strength is best so I figured I would ask for some input and follow through from there!!
Thanks so much everyone!
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 2:37 pmby swlin
I use Exo-Terra Repti Glo 5.0 26W.
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 2:39 pmby BullDog
swlin wrote:I use Exo-Terra Repti Glo 5.0 26W.
Ditto. I use it for two reasons: 1) It's generally a bit cheaper than comparable bulbs. 2) It's the only bulb available where I live
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 4:21 pmby ilikeadabox
Same here!
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:18 pmby octpusgirl8
I use 100W mega-ray MVBs. The turtles love them!
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 6:53 pmby Daniel3507
i too use the mega-ray MVB. if you decide to go that route though you have to have a tank that is at least 50 gallons.
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 7:08 pmby koreyleigh
thank you everyone for your replies!!
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 8:01 pmby Chrisbarnett
swlin wrote:I use Exo-Terra Repti Glo 5.0 26W.
Same.
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Thu Dec 11, 2008 3:56 pmby ch12ag
I use ReptiGlo 5.0 26W, but I have just ordered a SolarGlo Mercury Vapour Bulb off ebay for £26.00!!! cant wait til it gets here should have it in 2 days
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Thu Dec 11, 2008 4:42 pmby SpotsMama
The Repti glo 5.0 26 watt bulb is a good one.
I use a T Rex 100 watt mercury vapor flood bulb and love it and my turtle loves it too. It's only recommended, however, for 50 gallon and larger tanks. Other wise, it (along with the other MVBs) it too strong and hot. The advantage of the MVB is that, along with providing good UVB, it also provides heat so you don't need a second bulb for heat.
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Fri Dec 12, 2008 1:27 amby Rubicon
Exo-Terra Repti Glo 5.0 26W
x5
Did anyone have any duds? My first one lasted about two days, returned it and haven't had any issues with the new one.
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Fri Dec 12, 2008 2:19 amby steve
I've also had some random issues with Exo Terra bulbs.
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Fri Dec 12, 2008 9:48 amby Rubicon
Ya once in a blue moon when you first turn it on its a little dim and then goes bright? Mines maybe 3 months old.