Product title
£19.99 | £24.99
Product title
£19.99 | £24.99
Product title
£19.99 | £24.99
Product title
£19.99 | £24.99
Tropical UVB & Heat Lighting Kit for Reptile Habitats
Product Description
Zoo Med Tropical UVB & Heat Lighting Kit helps you get started on your tropical habitat. It includes a Mini Combo Deep Dome Lamp Fixture, a 60-watt Daylight Blue Reptile Bulb for daytime heat and UVA, and a 13-watt ReptiSun 5.0 Mini Compact Fluorescent that provides UVB and UVA without heat, perfect for all tropical reptiles and amphibians.
Benefits
- Heat and UVB in One Kit: Pairs a daytime heat bulb with a UVB lamp in a single dual-dome fixture for tropical setups.
- Two Fixtures in One: Two fixtures in one, with two 5.5-inch domes listed at 100 watts each by Zoo Med.
- Polished Aluminum Domes: Polished aluminum domes increase light and UV output up to 30%, according to Zoo Med.
- 5% UVB and 30% UVA: The ReptiSun 5.0 Mini delivers 5% UVB and 30% UVA, plus full-spectrum light.
- Quartz Glass, No Ballast: UVB-transmitting quartz glass maximizes UVB penetration, and the bulb screws into standard sockets without a ballast.
- Daytime Heat With UVA: The Daylight Blue bulb is an economical daytime heat source with beneficial UVA rays for psychological health.
- Natural Colors by Day: Daylight Blue's true-blue glass delivers bright, attractive light that accentuates your animal's natural colors.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Mini Combo Deep Dome Lamp Fixture (LF-19), two 5.5-inch domes, 100 watts each |
| Heat bulb | Daylight Blue Reptile Bulb, 60 watts, true blue glass |
| UVB lamp | ReptiSun 5.0 Mini Compact Fluorescent, 13 watts |
| UVB lamp output | 5% UVB, 30% UVA, full spectrum |
| UVB lamp heat | None; emits UVA and UVB without heat |
| Mercury | UVB lamp contains mercury |
| Warranty | Fixture: 1 year; ReptiSun: 1 year; Daylight Blue: 3 months |
How to Use
Recommended-Usage Chart
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Best for | Tropical species of reptiles and amphibians |
| UVB level for tropical species | 13 to 30 microwatts per square centimeter, with lamps used 10 to 12 hours per day |
| Lamp orientation | ReptiSun can be oriented vertically or horizontally |
| Suspension | Use with Zoo Med's Reptile Lamp Stand for maximum safety |
| Heat for UVB benefit | Reptiles need heat to benefit from UVB; Daylight Blue supplies daytime heat |
Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed and speak to your veterinarian about any doubts regarding your pet’s overall health.
Usage Instructions
- Install Both Bulbs: Screw the Daylight Blue bulb and the ReptiSun 5.0 Mini into the fixture's two domes.
- Mount Over a Screen Top: Position the fixture above a screen cover; glass and most plastics block all UVB.
- Create a UVB Gradient: Provide a gradient of light down to 0 UVI, so your pet can retreat from UVB.
- Measure for Precision: For a precise UV Index reading, Zoo Med suggests using a UV Index meter at the basking site.
- Replace Yearly: Replace the ReptiSun 5.0 Mini once a year, as it provides optimum UVB levels for 12 months.
Additional Information
Precautions
- UVB Lamp Gives No Heat: The ReptiSun 5.0 Mini emits UVA and UVB without heat, so heat must come from another source.
- Minimum UVB Level: Zoo Med advises against lamps emitting less than 13 microwatts at the basking site for reptiles.
- Hot When in Use: Bulbs and domes get hot during use, so let them cool completely before touching or changing bulbs.
- Keep Out of Animal Contact: Mount the fixture so your animals cannot touch the bulbs or domes directly inside the enclosure.
Storage Information
- Store Spare Bulbs Safely: Keep spare bulbs in their packaging to protect the glass, and handle them gently until installation.
- Cool, Dry Place: Store the fixture and bulbs in a cool, dry place where they will not be knocked or dropped.
Shipping & Return
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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What's included in the Tropical UVB & Heat Lighting Kit?
Ans: The kit includes a Mini Combo Deep Dome Lamp Fixture, a 60-watt Daylight Blue Reptile Bulb, and a 13-watt ReptiSun 5.0 Mini Compact Fluorescent. Together, they provide daytime heat, UVA, and UVB to help you get started on a tropical habitat.
Q2: Does the ReptiSun 5.0 Mini provide heat?
Ans: No. Zoo Med states this lamp emits UVA and UVB without heat. In this kit, the 60-watt Daylight Blue bulb provides daytime heat, and Zoo Med's UVB Report notes that reptiles need heat to benefit from UVB.
Q3: How often should I replace the UVB lamp?
Ans: Zoo Med says the ReptiSun 5.0 Mini provides optimal UVB levels for 12 months, so it should be replaced annually. Note the installation date on your calendar so you know when twelve months have passed and a new lamp is due.
Q4: What does the Daylight Blue bulb add?
Ans: The Daylight Blue bulb is an economical daytime heat source made of true blue glass, not painted or coated. It provides beneficial UVA rays for psychological health, and its bright, attractive light accentuates your animal's natural colors during the day.
Q5: How do I know my pet's UVB zone?
Ans: Zoo Med's UVB chart groups species by zone, with crested and leopard geckos in Zone I, anoles and panther chameleons in Zone II, and iguanas in Zone III. Use it to determine which zone best describes your pet.
Q6: What warranty comes with the kit?
Ans: Zoo Med does not list a separate warranty for the kit itself. It lists a 1-year warranty for the Mini Combo Deep Dome Lamp Fixture, a 1-year warranty for the ReptiSun 5.0 Mini, and a 3-month warranty for the Daylight Blue bulb.