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Anyone used this before?
Basking and UVB in one?
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It's a Mercury Vapor Bulb. A type of bulb that's very common.
The wattage is very high. In a closed chamber, I think it would be too hot.
60-100W is more usual.
The UVB output diminishes after about 6-9 months - long before the bulb actually fails completely. So you need to accept that you must change it frequently
The wattage is very high. In a closed chamber, I think it would be too hot.
60-100W is more usual.
The UVB output diminishes after about 6-9 months - long before the bulb actually fails completely. So you need to accept that you must change it frequently
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Have measured the temps yeaterday and ranges from 28 c to max 40 celcius. Would that be too hot? Thank you for response
Directly under the basking lamp, which should be the hottest spot, should be 35-38C - no more. So yes, it is a bit too hot.
Are you using a temperature gun type thermometer to measure temperatures? You won't get accurate measurements with anything else
Are you using a temperature gun type thermometer to measure temperatures? You won't get accurate measurements with anything else
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Thank you. Using a digital temp and hydro meter
A temperature gun like this gives more precise spot measurements
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Thank you - will look for one
