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Old 13-04-2008, 10:09 PM
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thinking of using one for my cham. the 160w needs a minimum basking distance of 18inches,what sort of temps do you get at this distance?
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Old 19-04-2008, 04:49 PM
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I have a similar question, I don't think they will be hot enough.

I have asked for more info here;

Zoo Med Power Sun, not very powerful?
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i find Mega-Rays are Far More Powerful
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Old 19-04-2008, 05:13 PM
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yeah also availble is a buld by reptilia called uv sun lux,only available in europe but i can get one,and mega rays are recommended but i cant get the sufficient 18inches basking distance
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Old 19-04-2008, 05:30 PM
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Hmmmmmmmm, maybe a Mega Ray is the way forward then. A good bit of info in here...

Mega Ray 160w Mercury Vapour UVB Lamp Buy cheap Reptile Equipment


Can they be put on a stat?
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Old 19-04-2008, 06:30 PM
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no,no stat needed
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Old 19-04-2008, 06:37 PM
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Not needed, or won't work? I'd rather have them on a stat if I could.
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Old 19-04-2008, 06:39 PM
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wont work,not to sure of the technical side behind it though
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Old 19-04-2008, 07:09 PM
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Hmmmm, well that sucks lol.


Thanks
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ive seen them on pulse stats...
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