MVB at an angle???

[gregorydragon]

Anyone know of any issues with using an MVB in an adjustable fixture so that it can be set at an angle? I have a mega-ray and I have emailed reptileuv, but in the meantime, I am curious to hear from those who have done this in their own vivs. I am building an enclosure and the lights and "furniture" are my last steps.

 

[Goonie]

The instructions that come with the MVB specifically states that you're not to set the lamp at any angle.

The bulb will go out if it's set at an angle. I have one for my baby snapper and when I first set it up, I couldn't figure out why it kept popping off (and yes, it made a pop sound just before going out), then I read the instructions word for word. I then reclamped the lamp so it barely slants at the edge of the tank, and haven't had a problem since.

It also won't transmit the proper heat on an angle.

 

[gregorydragon]

The instructions that came with my Mega-Ray said nothing about mounting at an angle. I just read the box and the instructions. I don't want a 90 degree angle or anything. I just want to slant it a little. I will just wait until I hear from reptileuv. Thanks!

 

[Goonie]

The instructions that came with my Mega-Ray said nothing about mounting at an angle.

Really? Hmmm, mine did. Of course, now I can't remember what brand I have :roll:

 

[Ethelia]

I recieved a MegaRay two weeks ago and on the sheet of information inside it does state not to mount at an angle.

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