Equipment Review and Discussion :: Basking Bulbs

[SeriSlider]

I had an Exo-Terra Sun Glo Basking Spot bulb 75W that last from Dec 6 til Jan 20 which in my opinion is not a long time since they cost ~$8. What other alternatives can I use that will give Seri enough heat along with her UVB light? I have a Zoo Med mini combo dome lamp fixture.

[xfallwithmexo]

You can use an Incandescent bulb. It's around $1.00 I got mine for 75 cents. Its a pretty common household item. Just make sure you check the temperature every once and awhile to see if you need to adjust the distance of the lamp to the rock

[SeriSlider]

I got a 4 pack of 75W from home depot for a wopping $1.35 lol and its been in for about an hour now and her basking temp is already up to 85-90 degrees!! YAY! Im happy bc now she's acting a bit normal.

[floydster]

I use a 25W incandescent above the basking area. The temp ranges from 25C to 29c which seems to keep my guys very happy.

Floydster

[VeipaCray]

The wattage you choose will depend on how close the fixture is to the basking platform. A lesser wattage bulb closer might allow for the same temperature as a higher wattage bulb further away.

[marisa]

Always check the temp with a thermometer. A range of 88 - 90F is good.