Description
xBring natural sunlight to your reptile enclosure
Indoor terrariums often miss the warmth and rhythm of a sunny day. The REPTI HOME T8 UVB Reptile Light comes as a 15W two-pack designed to create a sun-like zone in your terrarium. The wider tube helps cover more of the habitat, encouraging reptiles to bask, explore, and engage with their environment. For most setups, aim to position the bulb so the distance from your pet is at least 12 inches (30 cm) to balance exposure and safety while supporting daytime activity.
What you gain with stable UVB/UVA output
This lamp delivers consistent UVB and UVA rays while avoiding UVC. A practical balance such as 10% UVB and 30% UVA can support natural vitamin D3 synthesis and calcium utilization processes in reptiles, without overstimulating delicate tissues. The design is suitable for a range of species—from tropical geckos and chameleons to bearded dragons and tortoises—so you can tailor lighting to your enclosure’s needs.
- Simulated natural sunlight zone supports basking, activity, and appetite rhythms
- Stable UVB/UVA output with no UVC emission for safer indoor lighting
- Long lamp tube provides wider coverage across larger or irregular enclosures
- Durable construction with up to 10,000 hours of operation
- Versatile for tropical and desert reptiles and amphibians
Durable design and broad coverage
The extended tube design creates a broad lighting area, helping you maximize the usable light within the habitat. The fixture is built for longevity, offering reliable performance over many months of daily use. The two-pack format ensures you have a ready replacement pair to maintain a consistent day-night cycle for your reptiles.
- Wide lighting area reduces hotspot dark spots in tanks
- Rugged, long-lasting components for dependable daily use
- No harmful UVC output, keeping exposure within safe ranges
Easy installation and practical usage
To install, insert the lamp head into the fixture slot and rotate it a half-turn to lock it in place. For best results, keep the bulb at and beyond 12 inches (30 cm) from your pet, and monitor how your reptile responds to the new lighting setup. The product line offers clear distinctions between UVB outputs (5.0 vs 10.0) to match tropical or desert habitats, giving you flexible options for different species.
REPTI HOME also backs your purchase with attentive customer support. If you have questions or run into issues, the support team aims to assist within 24 hours, providing professional, timely guidance to help you optimize your terrarium lighting setup.
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between 5.0 and 10.0 UVB output?
A: 5.0 indicates 5% UVB; 10.0 indicates 10% UVB.
Q: How often should I replace the bulb?
A: Replace every 6–12 months depending on use.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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