KikoTheCham
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Hey guys, I have had lights in my chams cage for a while now and it is time for a change. I was wondering what is the very best basking and UVB lightbulb a I can get is, thanks.
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kplatvoet
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I like arcadia lights - they last longer- I use a standard fixture and the T8 bulbs at this point but am hoping to upgrade as soon as I figure out my cage situation. I have a new large breeder cage coming Friday but I'm still not sure who's moving into it - and what kind of lights will work with my low ceilings
fleetwoodchams
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Try Todd at Lightyourreptiles
He is a sponsor here and has all the arcadia lights you need.
Todd C. Goode
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www.LightYourReptiles.com
And please visit the All New: www.Arcadia-Reptile.com today!
He is a sponsor here and has all the arcadia lights you need.
Todd C. Goode
[email protected]
www.LightYourReptiles.com
And please visit the All New: www.Arcadia-Reptile.com today!
I need to buy a UVB light for my veiled chams too, however I'm not sure what to get. I went on to LYR's website and found this bulb: http://www.lightyourreptiles.com/d3rela18fall.html
Is that a good bulb to get for veiled chams? I also, can't find a fixture for that bulb on their website.
Any help would be appreciated!
Is that a good bulb to get for veiled chams? I also, can't find a fixture for that bulb on their website.
Any help would be appreciated!
NHenn
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I recommend Arcadia UVB bulbs over any other ones on the market. They will last for at least a year and if you have a meter to confirm the output they could go for 2 years plus.
As for fixtures. If you are upgrading your lights, I vote you go with a double HO T5 fixture with one 6% Arcadia and one 6.5K daylight bulb. That will provide the best lighting for both you chameleon and if you have live plants in your cage. I can send you some pictures of examples between just the single T8 fixture and a double T5. The lighting difference is amazing and you will want the double fixture for sure.
If you already have a T8 fixture and would just like to get an Acradic bulb to replace yours then the link posted above will work. However, I still recommend looking into a T5 fixture over the T8.
Feel free to hit me up if you have any questions or want some pictures.
As for fixtures. If you are upgrading your lights, I vote you go with a double HO T5 fixture with one 6% Arcadia and one 6.5K daylight bulb. That will provide the best lighting for both you chameleon and if you have live plants in your cage. I can send you some pictures of examples between just the single T8 fixture and a double T5. The lighting difference is amazing and you will want the double fixture for sure.
If you already have a T8 fixture and would just like to get an Acradic bulb to replace yours then the link posted above will work. However, I still recommend looking into a T5 fixture over the T8.
Feel free to hit me up if you have any questions or want some pictures.
