Reptile One Compact UVB 10.0 Bulb 26W – E27
Support your reptile’s UV lighting needs with the Reptile One Compact UVB 10.0 Bulb 26W. Producing UVA and UVB, this compact bulb features an E27 screw fitting for use in compatible reptile lighting fixtures.
Appropriate UVB exposure helps reptiles produce vitamin D3, supporting calcium absorption and healthy bone development. Used alongside suitable heating and a balanced diet, dedicated UVB lighting forms an important part of care for species that require it.
The 10.0 model offers a higher UVB output category within the Reptile One compact range. Choose it according to your animal’s needs and the enclosure layout. Distance, screening and fixture design all affect the UV exposure reaching your reptile.
Features & Benefits
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UVA and UVB output: Provides ultraviolet light as part of a planned reptile lighting setup.
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Supports vitamin D3 production: Helps support normal calcium metabolism.
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UVB 10.0 model: An option for setups requiring a higher UVB output category.
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Compact design: Suits installations where a screw-fitting UVB bulb is appropriate.
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E27 screw fitting: Fits compatible, suitably rated reptile fixtures.
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26W power consumption: Clearly specified for matching with your lamp holder.
Specifications
Setup & Use
Install in a compatible E27 reptile fixture, following the bulb’s instructions for placement and distance. Reptile One recommends its ceramic socket for this lamp range.
Avoid positioning glass between the lamp and your reptile, as glass blocks useful UVB. Mesh can also reduce exposure. Provide shaded retreats so your animal can move away from the illuminated area.
Reptile One recommends replacing its compact UVB bulbs every six months, even if they still produce visible light. Switch off and unplug the fixture before replacement, allow the bulb to cool, and handle it by the base.
Simply Fish Recommendation
Choose UVB lighting around your species’ requirements and the exposure achieved at its basking position. A higher-rated bulb is only useful when it suits the installation. For larger enclosures or a broader basking area, ask our team whether a linear UVB setup would be a better fit.
FAQs
What is the difference between 5.0 and 10.0?
They identify different UVB output categories, with 10.0 being the higher-rated option. The exposure reaching your animal also depends on distance, fixture design and screening.
Does this replace a basking heat lamp?
No. Its main purpose is UV lighting. Provide separate heating where needed to achieve your reptile’s required temperatures.
Does it fit an E27 socket?
Yes. Use a compatible reptile fixture rated for the bulb and follow the installation instructions.
Can I use it above a glass lid?
Glass blocks useful UVB, so it should not sit between the bulb and your reptile.
How often should I replace it?
Reptile One recommends replacing its compact UVB lamps every six months. Visible light alone does not confirm useful UVB output.
