- Joined
- Oct 11, 2013
- Messages
- 83
Thanks but what's a light meter?
Yvonne G said:I know you were looking for a screw in type bulb, but you know that you can mount the tubes on a wall, don't you? So if you have a wooden tort table, you can mount it on a side wall and get all the benefits of the UV without worrying about hanging the fixture.
Tinkerbell said:Thankyou for your help. Just a quick question the arcadia T5 is 12% UVB is this ok for my 6 month old hermann?
abclements said:Just a quick question... I know you already said you have a CHE, but what's wrong with having a build that provides both light and heat? It would save you some electricity money to have just one bulb working at a time.
I would suggest getting an mvb and putting your che on a thermostat, that way it only kicks on if the mvb isn't warm enough and at nights.
OurTommy said:abclements said:Just a quick question... I know you already said you have a CHE, but what's wrong with having a build that provides both light and heat? It would save you some electricity money to have just one bulb working at a time.
I would suggest getting an mvb and putting your che on a thermostat, that way it only kicks on if the mvb isn't warm enough and at nights.
I was just looking for a cheaper alternative as those bulbs can be very pricey by the looks of it
OurTommy said:My new table is going to be 40" long. The outside part where he can walk about roughly 33" long and 24" wide.
Which bulb would you recommend? I am looking at the Arcadia D3, D+ and T5 ones in this site - http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk/uv-lighting-230-c.asp
Would this be sufficient? - http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk/arcadia-t5-d3-reptile-lamp-24w-22in-fd324t5-1179-p.asp
Someone previously recommended the T5's
Thanks
mikeh said:OurTommy said:My new table is going to be 40" long. The outside part where he can walk about roughly 33" long and 24" wide.
Which bulb would you recommend? I am looking at the Arcadia D3, D+ and T5 ones in this site - http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk/uv-lighting-230-c.asp
Would this be sufficient? - http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk/arcadia-t5-d3-reptile-lamp-24w-22in-fd324t5-1179-p.asp
Someone previously recommended the T5's
Thanks
Yes, that is an excellent choice. 22" would be perfect for the size of your table. You will need to purchase a T5HO fixture for the 22" tube.
Last thing, how high from the top of the substrate flooring will you place the fixture? That will determine weather 6% or the 12% is a better fit.
OurTommy said:mikeh said:OurTommy said:My new table is going to be 40" long. The outside part where he can walk about roughly 33" long and 24" wide.
Which bulb would you recommend? I am looking at the Arcadia D3, D+ and T5 ones in this site - http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk/uv-lighting-230-c.asp
Would this be sufficient? - http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk/arcadia-t5-d3-reptile-lamp-24w-22in-fd324t5-1179-p.asp
Someone previously recommended the T5's
Thanks
Yes, that is an excellent choice. 22" would be perfect for the size of your table. You will need to purchase a T5HO fixture for the 22" tube.
Last thing, how high from the top of the substrate flooring will you place the fixture? That will determine weather 6% or the 12% is a better fit.
It will be about 6-7" above the substrate probably...
mikeh said:OurTommy said:mikeh said:OurTommy said:My new table is going to be 40" long. The outside part where he can walk about roughly 33" long and 24" wide.
Which bulb would you recommend? I am looking at the Arcadia D3, D+ and T5 ones in this site - http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk/uv-lighting-230-c.asp
Would this be sufficient? - http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk/arcadia-t5-d3-reptile-lamp-24w-22in-fd324t5-1179-p.asp
Someone previously recommended the T5's
Thanks
Yes, that is an excellent choice. 22" would be perfect for the size of your table. You will need to purchase a T5HO fixture for the 22" tube.
Last thing, how high from the top of the substrate flooring will you place the fixture? That will determine weather 6% or the 12% is a better fit.
It will be about 6-7" above the substrate probably...
Unfortunately that is too low for even the 6% T5. You would need at least 10-12".
At 6-7" Arcadia T8 D3 6% is ideal.
The fixture needs to positioned above the tort shining downward. It should not be mounted on the side shining into torts eyes as seen on some tables.
Tinkerbell said:If mine is placed 12" above the substrate do I need a 12% T5?
mikeh said:Tinkerbell said:If mine is placed 12" above the substrate do I need a 12% T5?
At 12" height I would go with T5 6% to be on the safe side. Perhaps go with longer tube next size up, to get more UVB area coverage. You can also make a 2" hill under one half. This will create UVB levels from maximum UV index 2-3 on low end and 3-4 on high end.
OurTommy said:mikeh said:Tinkerbell said:If mine is placed 12" above the substrate do I need a 12% T5?
At 12" height I would go with T5 6% to be on the safe side. Perhaps go with longer tube next size up, to get more UVB area coverage. You can also make a 2" hill under one half. This will create UVB levels from maximum UV index 2-3 on low end and 3-4 on high end.
Can I just get some quick clarification on what tube exactly you would recommend for my new table.
The sides are 8.5" high but substrate will fill up some of that.
A link would be very useful.
Thank you in advance.