10-12-2009, 10:10 PM | #1 |
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hi everyone i have just purchased a tortoise table with light fitted im after changing this light for the one that does both (provides uv and heat) can you please advise me on what i need to ask for and where best to purchase .
i think i need both the bulb and the ceramic fitting if thats correct |
11-12-2009, 12:22 AM | #2 |
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Go to a Reptile shop
Then it will be a lot easier to see what you want Not every bulb holder will hold every bulb if you see what I mean I have Powersun (I think) and yes you do need a ceramic fitting I have the deep dome holder but I'm not an expert on this
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11-12-2009, 09:29 AM | #3 |
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If you're looking at getting a combined bulb that supplies both heat and UV you need to ask for a Mercury Vapour bulb or MVB. There are various different brand names, I use a Megaray which I bought online from Kimbos Reptile World http://www.kimbosreptileworld.co.uk/mega-ray-c-50.html
The Shelled Warriors shop also sells combined bulbs http://www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk...n-one-53-c.asp Alternatively you could do as Anna suggested and go to a Reptile shop. A ceramic bulb holder is essential as the heat from the bulb would melt a plastic one. |
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