Habitat - Indoor :: What UVB do you use?

[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!

[swlin]

I use Exo-Terra Repti Glo 5.0 26W.

[BullDog]

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

[ilikeadabox]

Same here!

[octpusgirl8]

I use 100W mega-ray MVBs. The turtles love them!

[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.

[koreyleigh]

thank you everyone for your replies!!

[Chrisbarnett]

I use Exo-Terra Repti Glo 5.0 26W.

Same.

[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

[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.

[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.

[steve]

I've also had some random issues with Exo Terra bulbs.

[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.