Charliefoxtrot98
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That’s what I was afraid of. If there was such a thing as a “safe bet” what would that be
New Veild Chameleon Owner
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This one is better http://www.lightyourreptiles.com/24...arcadia-12-and-6-5k-day-light-bulbs-included/
This one is even better http://www.lightyourreptiles.com/ho...ia-12-bulb-3-x-daylight-bulbs-built-in-timer/
I have this one.
This is what my levels are with this one.
Measurement is from screen down and the UVI level that coordinates with it. With a quad T5HO fixture and a 12% Arcadia UVB bulb in farthest postion back in the fixture on a Dragon Strand Enclosure.…
3 inches = 4.5 UVI
4 inches = 3.8 UVI
5 inches = 3.0 UVI
6 inches = 2.5 UVI
7 inches = 2.1 UVI
8 inches = 1.8 UVI
9 inches = 1.4 UVI
10 inches = 1.2 UVI
11 inches = 1.0 UVI
12 inches = 0.8 UVI
15 inches = 0.01 UVI to nothing
JoXie411
Chameleon Enthusiast
Agree to disagree lolI am going to disagree.I think you should get the 10.0. Veileds require a 3-4 uvi and a 5.0 will not achieve that. Basking branch about 8 inches down from the screen top.
The only way to have a better idea is to mimic what someone else has using the same fixture, bulbs, and cage type...
Everything plays into UVI levels from the loss of it through the screen, To if it is multiple bulbs, to how far away from basking. Otherwise the only way to have a for sure idea is to have a solarmeter 6.5. No other way. Even mimicing is not a guarantee it just gives you an approximate range.
Always you know I value and appreciate you.
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Charliefoxtrot98
Member
Thank you so much for all the information! I went ahead and ordered the one without the timer! Im looking forward to it getting here already!
Charliefoxtrot98
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Oh and one last thing! Can anyone recommend a misting machine for when im at work and cant spray down the enclosure! Last question I swear lol!
krikinit
Chameleon Enthusiast
Did you get the dual bulb one?
Charliefoxtrot98
Member
Yes I got the dual bulb one!
Charliefoxtrot98
Member
Appreciate it brother!
Good just remember your UVI levels will not be the same as mine that I shared with you. Ask Todd what he would recommend for basking distance for that fixture for a veiled to get a 3 uvi. You can email him.
Charliefoxtrot98
Member
Awesome! Could you supply me with his email please?
GoodKarma19
Chameleon Enthusiast
Todd's email is under the contact tab of LYR
Yeah here is the link. Send the contact form let him know that you bought that one and you were wondering to get a 3 uvi what would be the approximate distance for the basking branch.
http://www.lightyourreptiles.com/contact-us/
http://www.lightyourreptiles.com/contact-us/
Charliefoxtrot98
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Thanks so much, Beman! You have been absolutely awesome with all your help and responses!
Thank you for being the reminder that there are some people that come here that will do everything to make sure their husbandry is perfect for their Cham. It can get a little heartbreaking for us regulars to give out advice that people either fight us on or ignore. You will be a great Keeper. Just remember this is a hobby where you will constantly be learning. Be open to it because recommendations do change as the knowledge of these incredible animals expands.
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