I'm setting up my 40 gal tank and wanted opinions. I purchased a 24" T5 reptisun and to mount it on the inside of the tank I was planning on mounting it to a 1x6 along with a ceramic light socket. Then make a custom frame to put screen in the left over space. Also any recommendations on bulb wattage, figured got with a 75w or 90w with a dimmer switch.
40 gallon breeder set up
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With a 40g breeder (I'm guessing the sides will be about 18'' high) I would mount a T5 light on top at 18'' above the floor and 12'' or so above the basking spot. Provide at least a few hides/shade areas and this should give you a nice UVB gradient and output at the basking site. With basking light wattages, you may need to play around with it a bit. I use a 150w reptile basking light on an adjustable stand that gives me proper temps at 19'' up. You may find that a different wattage will work well in your enclosure. It's more a matter of trial and error. You want to get it so the wattage is high enough without having to engage the dimmer very much.
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