Is this right??

[Chameleooooo]

I have a t8 10.0 reptisun in a all living things fixture on top of the metal (not mesh, but circles, and theyre pretty big) so i know it cant block out the uvb, can i leave it sitting ontop? Its about 7"-6" away from the basking spot. I dont see a need to mount it inside then i run the risk of him jumping on it and hurting himself ( he's about 2 months) opinions please?

 

[jayce82]

please post a pic of the screen top please. . the t8 is a good bulb but the screens block most the uvb rays.

 

[Chameleooooo]

please post a pic of the screen top please. . the t8 is a good bulb but the screens block most the uvb rays.

http://prntscr.com/ffvx25
Heres the top

 

[jayce82]

with the t8 bulb id mount that under the screen. if you get a t5 it'll be fine in top.

 

[Chameleooooo]

with the t8 bulb id mount that under the screen. if you get a t5 it'll be fine in top.

I dont think i can because of how high the rock is he'd probably hit it , is it even acceptable on the top not far from the basking rock? If i absolutely have to i will mount it inside

 

[CooperDragon]

What size is your tank? It sounds small like a 20g with that kind of clearance. If so, a T8 is OK on top but I'd get the basking area 6'' or so from the bulb. You'll need a larger tank soon though and using a T5 with that is a good idea.

 

[Chameleooooo]

What size is your tank? It sounds small like a 20g with that kind of clearance. If so, a T8 is OK on top but I'd get the basking area 6'' or so from the bulb. You'll need a larger tank soon though and using a T5 with that is a good idea.

Its a big 40 gallon breeder

 

[CooperDragon]

A 40g breeder is a good size for a young dragon. That should be 36''x18''x18''. I would get a 22'' T5 and put it on top and adjust the basking spot so that it's no closer than about 10'' from the bulb. You can set it to one side (next to the basking light) so there are plenty of spots further away to offer choices. A T8 isn't really powerful enough to be a good option in the long run and a 40g breeder can certainly handle a T5.