The best fluorescent tube we've ever used for our reptiles' UVB requirements is here. Other tubes we've tried either don't have adequate output in the beginning or they degrade much faster than expected. This UVB is necessary for your reptile's synthesis of vitamin D3, which is essential for the effective metabolism of dietary calcium in its bones and blood.

Some reptiles require more or less UVB than others. Bearded dragons and similar desert reptiles require more UVB, and a 10.0 tube is the better choice. Green iguanas, anoles, and similar jungle/forest reptiles require less UVB, and a 5.0 tube is the better choice in smaller habitats when these reptiles are younger. We also prefer to use the 5.0 tube for our translucent bearded dragons and for our silkback bearded dragons ("silkies").

This tube fits 2 of the Carolina Custom Cages T5HO fixtures: the Reptile T5HO 22" Standard Fixture & Reflector, and the Reptile T5HO 22" Fixture & Reflector with Basking Light Assembly. The latter unit can provide for UVB and basking in one streamlined fixture, making it easy to mount under top screen mesh. The animal should be no closer than 10 inches directly under the fixture and no closer than 6 inches diagonally from the sides or ends of the fixture.

In addition to the UVB lighting, we've included a bottle of our Chlorhexidine Solution 2%; 1 refill makes 32 oz of working solution – just add water! This is the best cleaner for your reptile's habitat, used and recommended by exotic animal vets for cleaning your cages and other habitat items. Basically, you spray and wipe, and then if your reptile licks where you just cleaned, it won't hurt them. It's great for both daily maintenance cleaning and monthly cleaning from top to bottom.

See also our Carolina Custom Cages' listing for "Chlorhexidine Solution 2%; 32 oz. Sprayer, plus 2 refills" and our listing for "Chlorhexidine Solution 2%; 3 refills make 32 oz. each of working solution". Carolina Custom Cages is a division of Carolina Designer Dragons, Inc.

product information:

Attribute	Value
item_weight	1.25 pounds
manufacturer	‎Carolina Custom Cages
date_first_available	‎December 21, 2021
item_package_dimensions_l_x_w_x_h	25.75 x 3.25 x 3.25 inches
brand_name	CAROLINACUSTOMCAGES
target_audience_keyword	reptile-and-amphibian-pets
package_dimensions	‎25.75 x 3.25 x 3.25 inches; 1.25 Pounds
best_sellers_rank	#101,679 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #219 in Reptile & Amphibian Habitat Lighting