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Zoo Med Powersun Mercury Vapor Lamp for Reptiles

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  • Sku: TZOO13611S
  • Vendor: Zoo Med Laboratories
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Size: 80W

Product description

The Zoo Med Powersun Mercury Vapor Lamp is an innovative self-ballasted mercury vapor bulb designed specifically for reptiles. This versatile lamp combines essential UVA, UVB light, and heat into one powerful unit, ensuring your reptiles thrive in their habitat. With a unique design that fits into standard ceramic sockets, the PowerSun UV is perfect for large enclosures and reptiles with high UV demands.

Key Features

  • Self-Ballasted Design: Easily fits into any ceramic socket rated for the wattage, making installation a breeze.
  • UVA and UVB Emission: Provides essential UVA and UVB light, crucial for preventing metabolic bone disease in reptiles.
  • Long-Lasting Performance: With an average life of 10,000 hours (over 2 years with normal use), this lamp ensures consistent UVB output.
  • Increased UVB Intensity: Emits an impressive 50W/cm² of UVB radiation, significantly enhancing your reptiles' health.
  • Extended Range: Projects usable UVB radiation up to 6 feet, making it ideal for larger enclosures.
  • Corrosion-Resistant Threads: Nickel-plated threads prevent corrosion in humid environments, ensuring durability.

Product Highlights

UVA and UVB Light Benefits

The PowerSun UV lamp emits both UVA and UVB light, which are vital for the overall health of reptiles. UVA promotes natural behaviors, while UVB aids in the synthesis of vitamin D3, essential for calcium absorption and preventing metabolic bone disease.

Heat Generation

This lamp not only provides light but also generates heat, creating a comfortable basking area for your reptiles. The combination of heat and UVB light mimics natural sunlight, promoting a healthy environment.

Short Neck Design

The unique short neck design of the PowerSun UV allows it to fit seamlessly into "clamp lamp" type fixtures, providing flexibility in your setup.

Why Choose This Product?

Optimal Health: The Zoo Med Powersun Mercury Vapor Lamp is designed to keep your reptiles healthy by providing essential UVB radiation, preventing metabolic bone disease.

Convenient and Versatile: Its self-ballasted feature and compatibility with various fixtures make it a convenient choice for reptile owners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long does the PowerSun UV lamp last?

A: The PowerSun UV lamp has an average life of 10,000 hours, which translates to over 2 years of normal use.

Q: Can I use this lamp in a large enclosure?

A: Yes, the PowerSun UV is ideal for large enclosures as it projects usable UVB radiation up to 6 feet, making it suitable for reptiles with high UV demands.

Q: Is this lamp safe for my reptiles?

A: Absolutely! The PowerSun UV lamp is designed to emit safe levels of UVB radiation, which is essential for your reptiles' health and well-being.

Q: What type of socket is required for this lamp?

A: The PowerSun UV lamp can be used in any ceramic socket that is rated to handle the wattage, making it versatile for various setups.

Q: How does the heat generation work?

A: The lamp generates heat as it operates, creating a warm basking area for your reptiles, which is crucial for their thermoregulation.

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