height

[missgemma]

at what height should my uv be, i have a repti glow 10.0
my tort is a herman who is 2?

 

[Stazz]

RE: hight

I'm not sure about the 10.0.....I have a 5.0, and that should be about 18 inches from the ground of the enclosure. You'll have to wait and see what some other forum friends say

 

[missgemma]

RE: hight

im just using what i was given so wasnt sure if i needed to go and buy another one?

 

[Stazz]

RE: hight

I know most people recommend the 5.0, but maybe someone will tell you the 10.0 is okay (or not okay)

 

[missgemma]

RE: hight

whats the difference?

 

[Stazz]

RE: hight

10.0 is way, way ,way stronger than the 5.0....but I'm not sure whether that is good or bad

 

[Crazy1]

Here are two sites that give you info on all types of bulbs.
http://www.uvguide.co.uk/
http://www.russiantortoise.org/uvb.htm

Here is another site for some good reading on lighting and heating
http://www.anapsid.org/liteheat.html

And another site that I highly recommend for Russian Tort owners. Lots and lots of info.
http://www.russiantortoise.org/index.htm

 

[tortoisenerd]

I would look up the manual online for it if possible, as it will vary. This is very important as it can be dangerous if its too close, or not effective enough if too far away. Make sure the bulb is less than 6 months old, or it needs to be replaced anyways.

 

[Crazy1]

Your light should be placed no closer then 12 inches and no farther than 20 inches from the substrate.