Equipment Review and Discussion :: Turtle Tuff Halogen Lamps

[steve]

Hey everyone... Jen pointed this out to me, so I though I'd share it:

http://www.zoomed.com/html/turtle_tuff.php

Turtle Tuff Halogen Lamps
Heavy duty "splash-proof" halogen lamp.

For use with all types of aquatic turtles and other aquatic terrarium pets.

Long Lasting.

Availible in 50w, 75w, and 90w sizes.



The 75w is listed at $8.49

You'll still need a UVB bulb though.

[Erroneous]

I think I've seen something similar in a local reptile shop for about $20, maybe $30. Still, if it doesn't provide UVB then why do anything except a normal light bulb?

[steve]

Halogens provide a lot of light and heat, more than an average bulb of the same wattage. This particular one, $8.49, is marketed as splash-proof as well. I do suspect that these are the same as regular halogens, but about $1 more.

[Erroneous]

Ah. So if you have to keep your light at a greater distance from the dock but need more heat than what is provided with a normal bulb. Gotcha.