Fixture help??

[RaptorTrainer]

I have learned that a coil UVB bulb is not the best choice for Furiosa, so i am trying to figure out the right bulb and fixture for his tank. He is currently in a 40 gallon breeder ( 36"x 18"x 17").
what i have found so far are:
Zoo Med ReptiSun 10.0 UVB T5HO 39W 34” strip

Should I get a T8HO? and what kind of fixture is most recomended??
I want to fix this problem as soon as possible, so i do appreciste any and all help! (i am at school so i cannot upload photos 'till tonight)

 

[cmoo]

The t5 is stronger than the t8. I have the zoomed reptisun hood with a t5HO bulb that sits unobstructed on a 36" tank and love it. I've seen huge improvements in my juvenile beardie since switching to the tube UVB.

 

[CooperDragon]

I agree with going with a T5 for a tank that size. It should sit about 12'' above the basking area. I use this one and it's great however the T5 ReptiSun 10.0 is also a very good choice.
http://www.lightyourreptiles.com/22-t-5-ho-fixture-high-output-with-arcadia-d3-12-ho-bulb/

 

[RaptorTrainer]

Thank you for ya'lls help! I know how much i need for Furiosa's new lighting

 

[IKill4Food]

Would a 34" bulb even fit in a 36" tank? The fixture will be about 36"

 

[kyleena29]

It would have to sit on top. If you want it inside you can go with a 22" bulb with 24" fixture.

 

[CooperDragon]

The fixture for a 34'' bulb is 36'' and will sit just about evenly across the tank. The power cord on the side will allow it to sit on the ridge along the edge of the tank but should be secured. I prefer a smaller UVB light that is wide enough to spread a beam of UVB across the basking area that is just a bit longer than an adult dragon (22'') and still allow room in other parts of the tank to have little or no UVB to provide some options for them.