I also use an Arcadia D3 combined lamp and have the 160W version. It didn't kick out as much heat as I expected. But this was because previously I had just used a heat lamp and these are not designed just to kick out heat. (I was new to everything back then)
My setup now uses the Arcadia D3 and a halogen flashbulb with a habitat thermostat to manage the temperature for me.
The D3 bulb was fine for month until I hit it against something during a move - but I was able to replace it and it has been fine ever since.
My torts are happy and healthy so I would recommend them
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