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Are PowerSun bulbs good?

Are PowerSun bulbs good?

The PowerSun UV has nickel-plated threads to ensure that it will not corrode in humid reptile habitats. These lamps project usable UVB radiation greater distances (up to 6 feet) than conventional fluorescent tubes. This makes them ideal for large enclosures and reptiles with high UV demands.

How long do PowerSun bulbs last?

PowerSun UV Bulb Life Expectancy These bulbs should last about a year. Technically the heat and visible light output should last longer than that. But the UVB output decreases over time. According to Zoo Med the UVB output becomes too low to do your pet any good after about 12 months.

How long do Zoo Med bulbs last?

Q: How often should this lamp be replaced? A: This lamp will provide optimum levels of UVB for 12 months so it should be replaced once a year.

What is the best mercury vapor bulb?

The best mercury vapor and metal halide bulbs available in the US are by Arcadia and Mega-Ray. Are brands other than Zoo Med, Arcadia, or Mega Ray okay to use?

What kind of lamp does Zoo med use?

The proprietary Zoo Med lamp construction creates a true flood-lamp effect, eliminating dangerous UV “hot-spots” common to other metal halide reptile lamps. Covered by a full, one year warranty. High Output UVB lamp for larger habitats. Designed for use with Zoo Med’s 70 w PowerSun® H.I.D. Metal Halide UVB Lamp Fixture.

How does a zoo med powersun UV work?

Zoo Med’s PowerSun UV must be housed in a reptile dome clamp fixture with a ceramic or porcelain base. Screw lamp into base then attach clamp part to something secure like the top rim of terrarium, or use Zoo Med’s Repti Lamp Stand.

Which is the dimmer switch on Zoo med?

Inline dimmer switch allows you to adjust from off to full power The Deep Dome Lamp Fixture features an extra long reflector dome that extends beyond the face of the lamp, preventing Use a Reptile Lamp Stand to safely suspend any of Zoo Med’s Lamp fixtures or Drippers above your enclosure.

Where is the lamp on a zoo med terrarium?

Screw lamp into base then attach clamp part to something secure like the top rim of terrarium, or use Zoo Med’s Repti Lamp Stand. Position clamp lamp on the far right or left side of terrarium. Position dome part of clamp lamp aiming downward and slightly to the rear of the terrarium thus minimizing human eye contact with lamp.