Lighting for new enclosures....Rope Light???????

[BayAreaReptiles]

I am trying to figure out the type of lighting setup I will use for a 4 tank condo unit each unit will be roughly 48"X18"X24". So here is my ideas, any input wold help.

1. I could use a uva basking bulb on one side with a 36" Reptisun 10.0.

2. I could use a MVB on one side and use rope light from each cage that lights up the whole condo. I have done this with my redtail boas for years with red rope light and it works great. I feel kinda stupid asking if the LED's will affect eyes or health. This seems like more cost efficient way, Im not trying to cut corners but I think this will light up much more.

Thanks any input helps

 

[BayAreaReptiles]

Anyone?

 

[jargonchipmunk]

I can't imagine this being any issue. these lights aren't very bright.

 

[zebraflavencs]

I would have to agree. Rope lights are great for ambient lighting, not what a dragon needs for their daily uvb or bright light.
Nothing says you can't use the ropes for high lighting, just as long as they go off the same time as your uvb and bright basking lights.
Janie.

Though you might want to watch where you place those ropes, dragons are known for climbing into the most awkward places