Mega-Ray UVB Lamp Kit

[Nobody]

I am thinking of getting the Mega-Ray UVB Lamp Kit for the indoor enclosure of my Sulcata tortoise.Actually,I've also considered UVB lamps from Zoo Med and T-Rex but after doing some research,I seem to be leaning over to Mega-Ray.Anyway,for those of you who have had any experiences with the Mega-Ray UVB Lamp Kit,would you highly recommend it?How does it compare to the ones made by Zoo Med and T-Rex?
Thanks.

 

[stells]

The megaray is the best lamp i have ever had... i have tried a few

I have never had a problem with this lamp and the my tortoises seem to enjoy the light it throws out... when i changed over to this product i found my tortoises to be more active than with the other lamps and not needing to bask for as long in the mornings to get going...

The T-rex was made from the same blueprint as the Megaray... and the UK distributor did say the T-rex were in fact Megarays seconds... i'm not sure how true that is but they certainly look the same... but the Megaray has the edge on performance...

 

[chadk]

Are you asking about the MVBs or their UVB tubes?

 

[Nobody]

Are you asking about the MVBs or their UVB tubes?

I was asking about the MVBs.Also,in what way does the Mega-Ray UVB flood lamps are better than those of T-Rex and ZooMed?
Thanks.

 

[tortoisenerd]

As far as MVBs, Mega Ray and T-Rex are the same light but no one has been able to confirm for me which if any is actually better. Just from those on the forum T-Rex seems to be more liked and have a longer longevity, but not in any scientific sort of way. The ZooMed MVB is not as good. So, I would pick between Mega Ray and T-Rex and see if one is a better deal for you (T-Rex was at least $10 cheaper for me so replacing my Mega Ray was an easy decision). Look here for some comparisons too: http://www.uvguide.co.uk/mercuryvapourlamps.htm

Best wishes.