Zoo Med T8 ReptiSun® 5.0 UVB Fluorescent Bulb

Overview<p>The <strong>Zoo Med ReptiSun® 5.0 UVB T8 Fluorescent Lamp</strong> is the <strong>award-winning, industry-standard UVB lamp</strong> trusted by reptile keepers, veterinarians, and zoos worldwide. With a <strong>5% UVB output</strong> and full-spectrum lighting, it allows reptiles to naturally synthesize <strong>vitamin D3</strong>, helping to prevent or reverse <strong>Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)</strong> and other common health issues. Effective up to <strong>12″ (30 cm)</strong> from the lamp’s surface, the ReptiSun® 5.0 is ideal for turtles, tortoises, iguanas, bearded dragons, and all diurnal reptiles. Built in Germany with precision manufacturing, this lamp is long-lasting, reliable, and proven to deliver the UVB your reptiles need to thrive.</p>Key Features<ul><li><p><strong>Industry Standard</strong> – The original UVB lamp trusted for decades.</p></li><li><p><strong>5% UVB Output</strong> – Provides the optimal UVB levels for vitamin D3 synthesis and calcium metabolism.</p></li><li><p><strong>Prevents MBD</strong> – Helps stop and reverse metabolic bone disease in captive reptiles.</p></li><li><p><strong>Effective Range</strong> – Provides usable UVB up to 12″ (30 cm).</p></li><li><p><strong>Full-Spectrum Lighting</strong> – Includes UVA output for natural reptile behaviors.</p></li><li><p><strong>Professional Grade</strong> – Used and recommended by zoos, veterinarians, and herpetologists.</p></li><li><p><strong>German-Made Quality</strong> – High standards for consistency, safety, and durability.</p></li></ul>Product Specifications<ul><li><p><strong>Item Number | Bulb Size | Wattage</strong></p><ul><li><p>FS-18 | 18″ T8 | 15W</p></li><li><p>FS-24 | 24″ T8 | 17W</p></li><li><p>FS-36 | 36″ T8 | 25W</p></li><li><p>FS-48 | 48″ T8 | 32W</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Lamp Type |</strong> T8 Fluorescent UVB Lamp</p></li><li><p><strong>UVB Output |</strong> 5%</p></li><li><p><strong>Effective UVB Range |</strong> Up to 12″ (30 cm)</p></li><li><p><strong>Best For |</strong> Tropical reptiles and medium-size enclosures</p></li><li><p><strong>Warranty |</strong> 1 Year</p></li></ul>Additional Information<ul><li><p><strong>Contains Mercury |</strong> Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. Visit www.lamprecycle.org<span></span> for details.</p></li></ul>