Coil UVB.

[savannahblue]

What is everyones take on coil UVB bulbs?

http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2752555&lmdn=Reptile

Are the safe? do they work as well as the tubes?

The reason i ask is because i own one similar to the one in the link except the only difference is its a 10.0 not 5.0 and instead of 26 watts its 13 watts. I would like to use it for veiled's hang out spot (an unenclosed plant near a window). Is 10.0 too strong? or can i just keep it further away maybe....?

thanks for your feedback

 

[jannb]

I would recommend the Meg Ray Bulb. It provides UVB and UVA and covers a much larger area in a free range set up.

 

[sandrachameleon]

I have used ReptiGLO 5.0 CFLs without issue. However, Some CFLs have in the past caused eye issues, due to the way they were made. therefore the general consensus is that the ReptiSUN 5.0 tube is the best option. ReptiGLO 5.0 and 8.0 tubes are okay too.

 

[elrojo]

$19.99 plus $2.95 shipping?!? I think I retail those for 14-15 bucks in my shop. I'd look around local pet shops, PetSmart is no place for deals on Hagen products.

I'm unaware of exo-terras causing keritoconjunctivitis. But i still use linear bulbs or MVB's on my own animals.