DIY vs Petstore

CurtisM

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I'm looking to get the T5 HO flurescent kit.
I've seen the branded kits such as Arcadia.

Is there any difference (other than 3x price) between these and a Flurescent Batten and bulb from a hardward store such as the link below.





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wellington

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Does it state it gives off uvb? Usually that's the difference.
Also without a uvb meter, you would have no idea if it gives off what would be considered good or bad uvb if any at all.
 

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I'm looking to get the T5 HO flurescent kit.
I've seen the branded kits such as Arcadia.

Is there any difference (other than 3x price) between these and a Flurescent Batten and bulb from a hardward store such as the link below.





Thanks in Advance
Yes. The difference is UVB in the correct spectrum for our animals to be able to synthesize vitamin D3. This is especially important for people who live in colder winter climates and have to keep their tortoises indoors most of each year.

Have you seen this:
 

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