Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 Mini Compact Fluorescent Lamp 13 Watts Full Spectrum UVB Terrarium Light Bulb For Tropical Reptiles And Amphibians
Why you'll like it
- Prevents Metabolic Bone Disease — Delivers five percent UVB output essential for Vitamin D3 synthesis and proper reptile calcium metabolism.
- Stimulates Natural Behaviors — Emits thirty percent UVA radiation to encourage healthy feeding habits, mating behaviors, and daily activity.
- Saves Enclosure Space — Compact thirteen Watts mini design fits perfectly into smaller terrariums, compact hoods, and deep dome light fixtures.
- Easy Universal Installation — Features a standard threaded screw base requiring no external ballast for quick and versatile installation.
Product details
Description
The Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 Mini Compact Fluorescent Lamp 13 Watts is a premium, full-spectrum lighting solution engineered specifically for captive tropical reptiles and amphibians. This energy-efficient, cool-burning terrarium bulb provides the essential light spectrum necessary for the health and vitality of your exotic pets. It features a unique, specialized UVB-transmitting quartz glass that maximizes ultraviolet penetration, making it highly effective for indoor habitats. This light is perfect for small terrariums, tropical environments, and species requiring moderate UV exposure.
Providing your reptiles with correct lighting is crucial for mimicking their natural environment. This full-spectrum bulb delivers five percent UVB radiation, which is essential for synthesis and proper calcium metabolism, helping to prevent or reverse metabolic bone disease. Additionally, the thirty percent UVA emission actively stimulates natural behaviors such as increased feeding, mating, and overall physical activity. Imported directly from the USA, this high-quality lamp screws into standard threaded medium sockets, meaning it requires no external ballast and can be easily oriented either vertically or horizontally within your deep dome fixtures or terrarium hoods.
How to use
- Screw the lamp securely into a standard threaded socket, compatible mini deep dome fixture, or terrarium hood.
- Position the bulb either horizontally or vertically at a distance of nine to twelve inches directly above your reptile's primary basking area.
- Keep the light on a consistent daily schedule to mimic natural day and night cycles.
- For optimal safety and ultraviolet effectiveness, replace the bulb every ten to twelve months.
Ingredients
Quartz glass tube, standard medium threaded electrical base, fluorescent phosphors, integrated ballast components.
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Zoo Med |
|---|---|
| UPC | 097612340068 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
What is the Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 13 Watts compact fluorescent lamp used for?
This bulb is designed for tropical reptiles and amphibians. It provides essential UVB rays to help prevent or reverse metabolic bone disease by aiding in vitamin synthesis.
How often should this reptile UVB bulb be replaced?
The UV output of these lamps degrades over time. It is recommended to replace the bulb every ten to twelve months to ensure your tropical pets continue to receive adequate UVB levels.
What fixture can I use with this mini compact lamp?
It screws into standard threaded medium sockets. It works perfectly with standard reptile clamp lamps, mini deep dome fixtures, or naturalistic terrarium hoods.
Is the Zoo Med ReptiSun bulb available on Dropy India authentic?
Yes, Dropy India sources this product directly from the USA. Every purchase ensures a one hundred percent genuine and authentic import for your premium reptile care needs.
Can this bulb be mounted horizontally?
Yes, the versatile design allows it to be oriented either vertically or horizontally in your reptile hood setup without affecting its light or UV output.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.