UVA UVB detector meter?

[batwoman008]

I am looking to buy a device that reads the amount of UVB light given off so I know when to change the light for my chameleon, I hear that they start to weaken over time. Anyone know of some good detectors?

Thanks

 

[Rottsko]

that is a great product to invest in. i think every serious herper should get one. it helps you not waste your uvb bulbs. you'll want the solar meter 6.2 uv meter.

 

[pigglett79]

Check out the site sponsor Light your reptiles, You will find solarmeters that are a decent price.

 

[Seiryu]

Can't go wrong with Todd! I got the 6.2 Solar Meter. It may take a while to "make back" the money spent by not having to buy bulbs as often, but you also know when a bulb is bad. Instead of just going with the "Ok replace this in 6 months" you now will know when to replace it.

After getting it I tested all of mine and was shocked to find some that were only 2-3 months old, putting out less than 10 microwatts.

http://lightyourreptiles.com/solarmeter62.html

That is the link to it! I would not recommend going with any of the cheaper knock-offs.

 

[aimhigher38]

At what reading should u replace your lamps?

 

[deerharvester]

Todd hasn't had them in a while. I've been looking to get one for a while. Does anyone know anywhere else one can be purchased?

Scott

 

[CarlC]

Try Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Carolina-Solarmeter-6-2/dp/B0043XD3AY

Carl

 

[deerharvester]

Just bought one on amazon.

 

[DGray]

I got mine at Solartech:
https://www.solarmeter.com/model62.html
Amazon has them too:
http://www.amazon.com/Carolina-Solarmeter-6-2/dp/B0043XD3AY

 

[aimhigher38]

I just bought mine on pangea....i think its the lowest price I found http://www.pangeareptile.com/store/uv-meter.html