Lighting units help!

[Lozza]

Hey so I need suggestions of lighting units suitable for T5 repti sun uv light that can be fitted inside the tank.

I’m lost!
Thank you!!

 

[Drache613]

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[Drache613]

Hello,

What length of the Reptisun 10 tube bulb are you using & are you using the regular T8 or the
T5 high output tube?
You will need one with reflective backing, it helps increase the UVB output of the tube bulb.
We can help you figure out the length you need.

Tracie

 

[Lozza]

I’m not using any at the moment as it’s a new setup for my relocating beardie. I was planning on using T5 and my max length can be 46 for the unit.
Thank you! I appreciate any help ?

 

[kingofnobbys]

I’m not using any at the moment as it’s a new setup for my relocating beardie. I was planning on using T5 and my max length can be 46 for the unit.
Thank you! I appreciate any help ?

see viewtopic.php?f=34&t=235611
I'd go for a 24" T5HO 12%UVB tube for a 48" long tank.
If it's 2" tall, the 24" T5HO 14%UVB tube.

 

[Lozza]

Ok thank you. And would you then put that in the middle or more to one side? The top of the tank is split into two mesh squares with wood in between so I think I’d have to have that size either to one side or a minimum size of 34inches to be able to fix it in the middle and reach past both mesh sections. Does that make sense ? Or are you suggesting putting the light on an angle at the back of the tank?

Would something like this be right ?

http://www.lightyourreptiles.com/36-ho-t5-double-bulb-fixture-with-arcadia-12-and-6-5k-day-light-bulbs-included/


Sorry for so many questions !!

 

[kyleena29]

You can go with a tube that is 1/2 to 3/4 the length of the enclosure. How close will the beardie have access to the bulb? Will the bulb be on top of any kind of mesh? The uvb should be as close to the heat lamp as possible so he gets the benefit from both while he basks. He will also need areas to get out of the uvb is he needs to. So it isn't really a good idea to get a tube that spans the whole enclosure.

Here's what I use and there are varying sizes available.
http://www.reptilebasics.com/arcadia-desert-12-uvb/arcadia-d3-12-uvb-t5-bulb-34/
http://www.urbangardensupply.net/fluorescent-lighting/sunblaster-nanotech-t5-ho-31-3-ft-1-lamp-w-nanotech-reflector/

 

[kingofnobbys]

Ok thank you. And would you then put that in the middle or more to one side? The top of the tank is split into two mesh squares with wood in between so I think I’d have to have that size either to one side or a minimum size of 34inches to be able to fix it in the middle and reach past both mesh sections. Does that make sense ? Or are you suggesting putting the light on an angle at the back of the tank?

Would something like this be right ?

http://www.lightyourreptiles.com/36-ho-t5-double-bulb-fixture-with-arcadia-12-and-6-5k-day-light-bulbs-included/


Sorry for so many questions !!

no

A single T5ho 12%UVB tube will be very bright cf a T8 equiv.

 

[Lozza]

https://www.reptiles.swelluk.com/arcadia-slimline-vivarium-canopy-and-t5-lamp/

Would this work?
I’m struggling to find a lighting unit ? especially one that will ship to me. They have two sizes in that one as well. I think it can be placed inside the tank but it doesn’t seem to say.

Thanks for all your help.

 

[Lozza]

Also I just measured the depth of my tank and it’s just under 19inches if that makes any difference

 

[kyleena29]

That one should be good. I think that is a highly suggested one too. Just be sure they can get within 10 inches I believe.

 

[Lozza]

That one should be good. I think that is a highly suggested one too. Just be sure they can get within 10 inches I believe.

Thanks Kyleena but after all that swell doesn’t ship to Australia. It’s driving me crazy trying to find the right fitting and somewhere that will ship it. ?

 

[kyleena29]

Hmm, well dang. I hope someone on here knows. I'm sure we have some people in Australia that can help you out. I'm in the US. Maybe start a new thread titled "Looking for fixture in Australia" or something?

 

[Lozza]

Hmm, well dang. I hope someone on here knows. I'm sure we have some people in Australia that can help you out. I'm in the US. Maybe start a new thread titled "Looking for fixture in Australia" or something?

Good thinking. I’ll give that a go. Thank you !