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Advances in Reptile Lighting

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UV transmission tests
UV lighting for reptiles
Introduction to the 2005 Lighting Survey
fluorescent tubes on test
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merc vapours for large enclosures
more info soon..
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Fluorescent Tubes

 
The 2005 Reptile Lighting Survey Results

 

 

Introduction to UVB Fluorescent Tubes - what they are, how they work, what they are suitable for, and what types are available.

 

 

The Fluorescent Tube Survey Results
THIS SECTION IS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE as we are currently UPDATING THE RESULTS

 

 

The Use of Reflectors with Fluorescent Tubes
Using a simple reflector can double the output of a fluorescent tube.

 

 

The Use of Wire Mesh and Screens with Fluorescent Tubes
How much of the UVB is lost when the tube is behind a mesh screen?

 

 


 

 

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