Offering a significant increase in both visible light and UV output compared with T8 lamps of similar length.
For Desert Species in large terrariums
14% UVB for the synthesis of vitamin D3
Recommend at least 16" between bulb and basking surface
Produces excellent natural colors
100%+ more visible light than equivalent length D3+ T8 lamp (un-reflected)
95% more UVB than equivalent length T8 lamp (un-reflected)
Benefits of T5 Lighting
Smaller diameter lamp – 5/8 of an inch (16mm) compared to 1” (26mm)
Flicker free – all T5 lamps operate on efficient, high frequency ballasts
High output T5 lamps are especially useful for captive reptiles. The extra power that these lamps provide will help a keeper to generate a good UV gradient and provide safe basking quantities of UV over a much wider and deeper are