Habitat - Indoor :: Lighting Question: Lucky Reptile Bright Sun Desert 70W

[pinkorangered]

Hi there,

I am interested in implementing two Lucky Reptile Bright Sun Lamps 50W and 70W similar to the following setup:





I realize these are metal halide lamps, and require a standard porcelain E27 socket and a ballast. All of these are available in the EU (expensive) but I'm worried they won't be compatible with a USA voltage and outlets. I am, however, looking to purchase the bulbs.

Anyone know of a more economical way to set up these bulbs?

Thanks!!!

(btw: http://www.klappschildkroete.de is an amazing site. Not specifically red ear sliders but an amazing inspiration. You can use google translator.)

[untsmurf]

It looks like those are designed especially for desert animals. You could use them, but a house bulb and a UVB bulb would accomplish the same result. Also, I worry that it doesn't specifically say what kind of UV light it produces. They might say UV light and refer to UVA (heat) but not UVB.

I don't know how to set them up though, sorry.