I just purchased a Reptisun 10.0 T5 HO bulb for my girl, and am wondering if anyone has had luck with a cheaper fixture than the hood? I'm happy to spend the money if that's my only option, but would love to stay cheaper if I can
I highly recommend using a fixture that has a reflector so more of the useful UVB will be directed down over the basking area. The optimal distance is around 12-14''. A good grow light fixture should do the trick nicely. Which size bulb did you get? This fixture will work well (link is for the 22'' but different sizes are available). http://www.amazon.com/Sunblaster-904296-NanoTech-Fixture-Reflector/dp/B00AKKUBDQ