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Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 UVB T8 Fluorescent Bulb

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Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 UVB T8 Fluorescent Bulb

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A straight fluorescent tube that gives your reptile the UVB it needs to make vitamin D3. Zoo Med calls the ReptiSun 5.0 the original reptile UVB lamp, made for turtles, tortoises, bearded dragons, iguanas, and other diurnal reptiles.

  • 18 in T8 tube, 15 W

  • 5% UVB, plus UVA and visible light

  • Works at up to 12 in from the lamp

  • Needs a T8 fixture and a separate heat source

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  • Free pickup in Calgary, or at any Alberta show.
  • 14 day returns on stock items, one year warranty on our builds.

Part number FS-18

Description

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  1. Who it suits
  2. Setting it up
  3. Questions
  • 5.0 UVB
  • 18 in T8
  • 15 W
  • Up to 12 in

UVB lets a reptile make vitamin D3 in its skin. Zoo Med says the 5% UVB of the ReptiSun 5.0 helps prevent metabolic bone disease and other health problems in diurnal reptiles.

At a glance

UVB
5%, with UVA and visible light
Lamp type
T8 linear fluorescent
Wattage
15 W
Length
18 in
Fixture
A T8 fixture for an 18 in, 15 W tube, not included
Range
Up to 12 in from the lamp
Heat
None
Replace
After 12 months

Who it suits

Diurnal reptiles that need UVB every day, including:

  • Turtles and tortoises

  • Bearded dragons

  • Iguanas

  • Other day-active reptiles

Setting it up

  1. Fit the tube in a T8 fixture rated for it.

  2. Mount it so your reptile's basking spot is within 12 in of the tube.

  3. Keep glass and plastic out of the way, since both block UVB.

  4. Add a heat source for basking. The tube gives no heat.

  5. Note the date you first switch it on.

Our advice
UVB fades long before the tube looks dim. Write the start date on the end cap and swap the tube after a year.

Useful with it

Questions

Does it give off heat?

No. It gives UVB, UVA, and visible light only. Pair it with a basking lamp or other heat source.

How close does my reptile need to be?

Within 12 in of the tube for the UVB to do its job. Closer is stronger, so give your animal shade to retreat to.

How often should I replace it?

Zoo Med rates it effective for at least 12 months. Replace it yearly even if it still lights up.

Part numberFS-18
BrandZoo Med
Shipping weight0.5 lb
Shipping box18 x 1 x 1 in

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Shipping

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Returns

14 day returns on eligible unused stock items, return shipping paid by the customer. Built-to-order goods are covered by the construction warranty rather than by returns. Restocking Fees Apply for returns

Warranty

One year warranty on the construction of anything we build.

Questions

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