Chamelover
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hey !
what kind of UVB bulb should I use for this chameleon?
T5 OR T10 ?
And must it be linear ?
thank you
what kind of UVB bulb should I use for this chameleon?
T5 OR T10 ?
And must it be linear ?
thank you
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hey !
what kind of UVB bulb should I use for this chameleon?
T5 OR T10 ?
And must it be linear ?
thank you
"T" refers to the diameter of a fluorescent bulb (in ⅛" increments)—not its output/power.
Either T5 or T8 are acceptable, but most seem to be gravitating to T5s; they're a newer tech that puts out more UVB more efficiently, and last ~twice as long as T8s.
That said, power would depend partly on the size/tech bulb you go with.
In most (not all) cases:
For T5, a Reptisun 5.0 or Arcadia 6%
For T8, you might kick that up to 10.0 or 12% respectively.
I think most here would recommend a T5 Reptisun 5.0 or Arcadia 6%.
The fixtures for T5 linear tubes are mostly made by the same company regardless of who sells them, so shop for price.
https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/need-a-better-uvb-light.184148/#post-1689350
Yes, for most reptiles, linear is the best choice for many reasons.
That's going to depend on the species of reptile, and where they like to bask.I have read that the reptisun T5 HO 5 (HO mean high output) only reaches down 13" to 18" and the T5HO 10.0 is recommended for the 4 foot cages as it goes to grEater depth which is required.