*REPOSTED* Changing the heat and UV source for my tort table

bri_m4 · 06-07-2006, 09:03 AM

Hi All

I thought I would repost this question as unfortunately i didn't get to see the answers before the forum went down (glad to see you all back up and OK warriors).

Currently my young Ibera, Elvis, (10 months) receives his heat and UV from separate sources.

I have a UV tube that is on a timer from 8am to 9pm every day. Also he has a 60W spot for basking on a timer from 8am to 9pm. On top of this I have a red basking lamp that is set on a thermostat at 24º as a just incase measure, this very occasionally cut in during the winter when the evenings go too cold after "lights out". This was his first winter and he was very young so I was worried about it getting too cold for him.

Now, recently I read in another topic that UV tubes wear out after approx 6 months so mine needs replacing. I read many of you use the Trex lamps that combine both UV and heat. I have hunted around and there seems to be more than one type, a Spot and a Flood, my table is 4' x 3' so which do you suggest?

Also there is another brand called Powersun anyone have any experience of these?

I think I would like a hanging reflector as I want to suspend the lamp rather than clamp it, so anyone suggest a good quality reflector? as they all seem to be clamp ones and I think they are quite expensive for what they are just because they are aimed at the pet owner.

Thanks in advance
Brian

imported_Lowe · 06-07-2006, 09:33 AM

In general the floods are better since they spread out the UV output, meaning your tortoise has more chance of being exposed to the light.

Powersuns have a mixed reputation. The lower wattage (100w) versions are known to blow very quickly, whereas the 160w+ are regarded highly.

**sarah** · 06-07-2006, 04:35 PM

Have a look on ebay for clamp reflector, i have brought 3 off there nore for about £15 including postage.

**sarah** · 06-07-2006, 04:35 PM

Have a look on ebay for clamp reflector, i have brought 3 off there for about £15 including postage.

bri_m4 · 07-07-2006, 08:36 AM

thanks alot peeps

06-07-2006, 09:03 AM	#1
bri_m4 Junior Member Egg Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: brighton Posts: 6	REPOSTED Changing the heat and UV source for my tort table Hi All I thought I would repost this question as unfortunately i didn't get to see the answers before the forum went down (glad to see you all back up and OK warriors). Currently my young Ibera, Elvis, (10 months) receives his heat and UV from separate sources. I have a UV tube that is on a timer from 8am to 9pm every day. Also he has a 60W spot for basking on a timer from 8am to 9pm. On top of this I have a red basking lamp that is set on a thermostat at 24º as a just incase measure, this very occasionally cut in during the winter when the evenings go too cold after "lights out". This was his first winter and he was very young so I was worried about it getting too cold for him. Now, recently I read in another topic that UV tubes wear out after approx 6 months so mine needs replacing. I read many of you use the Trex lamps that combine both UV and heat. I have hunted around and there seems to be more than one type, a Spot and a Flood, my table is 4' x 3' so which do you suggest? Also there is another brand called Powersun anyone have any experience of these? I think I would like a hanging reflector as I want to suspend the lamp rather than clamp it, so anyone suggest a good quality reflector? as they all seem to be clamp ones and I think they are quite expensive for what they are just because they are aimed at the pet owner. Thanks in advance Brian

06-07-2006, 04:35 PM	#3
sarah Administrator Adult Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newcastle-Under-Lyme Posts: 11,914	Have a look on ebay for clamp reflector, i have brought 3 off there nore for about £15 including postage. __________________ Click: www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk STRUGGLING TO FIND WEEDS? LOOK AT OUR DRIED WEEDS 'READY TO FEED' Home of 'Grow Your Own Food' Bearded Dragon, Tortoise, Rabbit, Hamster seed mixes from 89p FREE POST Livefood, Thermostats, Housing, Heating, Mercury Vapour bulbs, UVB etc etc CHEAP PRICES TORTOISES ARE MY PASSION

06-07-2006, 04:35 PM	#4
sarah Administrator Adult Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newcastle-Under-Lyme Posts: 11,914	Have a look on ebay for clamp reflector, i have brought 3 off there for about £15 including postage. __________________ Click: www.shelledwarriorsshop.co.uk STRUGGLING TO FIND WEEDS? LOOK AT OUR DRIED WEEDS 'READY TO FEED' Home of 'Grow Your Own Food' Bearded Dragon, Tortoise, Rabbit, Hamster seed mixes from 89p FREE POST Livefood, Thermostats, Housing, Heating, Mercury Vapour bulbs, UVB etc etc CHEAP PRICES TORTOISES ARE MY PASSION

06-07-2006, 09:33 AM	#2
imported_Lowe Member Hatchling Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Walsall Posts: 652	In general the floods are better since they spread out the UV output, meaning your tortoise has more chance of being exposed to the light. Powersuns have a mixed reputation. The lower wattage (100w) versions are known to blow very quickly, whereas the 160w+ are regarded highly.

07-07-2006, 08:36 AM	#5
bri_m4 Junior Member Egg Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: brighton Posts: 6	thanks alot peeps

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