Ambient light

xAnaBooo · May 19, 2018

Would this work as an extra light not for heat but for light? I don't want it to get too hot on the cold side which is where I'd be putting this
https://www.homedepot.com/p/EcoSmart-60-Watt-Equivalent-Spiral-CFL-Light-Bulb-Soft-White-4-Pack-ESBM8144/205487792

VenusAndSaturn · May 19, 2018

It would probably work, but you may want to go with a LED bulb just in case (these definitely don't produce any heat, even at 75 watts).

xAnaBooo · May 19, 2018

VenusAndSaturn":1atylcfs said:
It would probably work, but you may want to go with a LED bulb just in case (these definitely don't produce any heat, even at 75 watts).

I was planning on using an LED at first but someone mentioned it might make things look distorted for the bearded dragon.

CooperDragon · May 22, 2018

The compact bulb shouldn't produce much heat especially if it's energy efficient. It's a 2700k bulb so it will have a warm/amber color to it vs a daylight bulb that is around 6500k and will look more like outdoor light. Some LEDs could make things look distorted but I think it depends on the type used. It probably isn't as big of a deal when used along with a UVB tube and a basking light because it will blend in more. It might be best to get a wide spectrum or daylight LED if you use one. Arcadia makes some for plants called Jungle Dawn.

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