Exo Terra Solar Glo All in One Reptile Lamp
Give your reptile the benefits of natural sunlight with the Exo Terra Solar Glo All in One Reptile Lamp. Reptiles require both UVA and UVB light to produce vitamin D3 which aids in the absorption and metabolization of calcium. The Exo Terra Solar Glo All in One Reptile Lamp is the choice of professional breeders as it provides the proper balance of ultraviolet light (including UVA and UVB), visual light and infrared light (heat), in one easy-to-install bulb. Exo Terra Solar Glo All in One Reptile Lamp is a full spectrum light with carefully tuned peaks to ensure appetite, activity, brilliant colors, and optimal calcium absorption.
Key Benefits- Reptiles require both UVA and UVB light to produce vitamin D3 which aids in the absorption and metabolization of calcium
- Provides the proper balance of ultraviolet light (including UVA and UVB), visual light and infrared light (heat), in one easy-to-install bulb
- Provides the benefits of natural sunlight and helps prevent metabolic bone disease
- Increased UVB penetration distance (+30 cm / 12”)
- The choice of professional breeders for a full spectrum light with carefully tuned peaks to ensure appetite, activity, brilliant colors, and optimal calcium absorption
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Item Number96451
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Brand
Exo Terra
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If the bulb is to be mounted inside the terrarium, then the minimum height is 48 inches for the 125W and 60 inches for the 160W Solar Glo. Be sure to provide enough space to allow the animal to be a minimum of 12 inches from the bulb's surface in addition to providing a temperature and UV gradient within the terrarium.
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Carefully remove the bulb from its packaging, hold bulb by the base and inspect the glass envelope for any possible cracks or damage.
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The Exo Terra Solar Glo must be housed in a fixture with a ceramic/porcelain base that is rated for at least the wattage of the lamp. DO NOT use a plastic socket as it is a fire hazard and will void the warranty. The Solar Glo must be mounted in a vertically oriented fixture so the bulb points straight down and NOT at an angle.
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Mounting this bulb at an angle will reduce its burn life and will void any warranty.
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Do not use this bulb in conjunction with a dimmer or thermostat.
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This bulb is sensitive to high temperatures and vibration. Make sure that it is mounted in a place with good ventilation and where it will not be disturbed. Moving the bulb while switched ON will shorten its life and void the warranty.
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Mounting Location: The Solar Glo will function best when mounted outside the terrarium where it is not exposed to extreme heat, humidity and vibration. If you must mount the bulb inside the terrarium, make sure your reptile cannot come in contact with it. If the bulb shuts off unexpectedly, a safety feature (thermal reset) has likely occurred.
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Plug fixture into an electrical outlet (surge protector is recommended).The Solar Glo will take five minutes to warm up and reach its full intensity. The bulb's output will continue to change hue (or color) until it has completely warmed up.
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Restarting: The Solar Glo bulb will take 15 minutes to cool down after turning off the bulb, before being restarted. This is due to a thermal reset feature intended to prevent damage due to overheating the bulb
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If the Solar Glo shuts off for no apparent reason, one of the following condition may exist:
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The power being supplied to your outlet is inappropriate or fluctuating. Small changes in line voltage can trip the bulb's thermal reset mechanism. If the voltage is consistently low, then the bulb will not be able to function properly. Check with your local utility or your electrician to verify your voltage. Overdriving the bulb (i.e. high voltage levels) by as little as 10% can decrease burn life by more than 50% and would void any warranty.
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There is too much heat in or around the terrarium and the bulb The Solar Glo's thermal reset feature will shut the bulb off for a cool down period if it gets too hot. Using the bulb in a place or fixture that is not well ventilated can cause heat buildup. If the bulb occasionally shuts off to cool down and later restarts (usually about 15 minutes), this is normal.
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By BeardieDragon on Sep 14, 2018
I have had zero issues with this bulb. One thing i did notice is that most pet stores carry the bulb, however they do not all carry the fixture that will handle that kind of wattage. The wrong wattage limit on the fixture will blow the bulbs out. For my setup i am using a fixture that supports this particular bulb. Zoo Med Mini Deep Dome Lamp Fixture will not support this bulb either. Each socket maxes out at 100 watts. Please check your fixture max wattage before plugging your bulb in otherwise you will waste alot of money.
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By Great on Oct 31, 2018 Top 250 Contributor
This light bulb works well and is keeping Vera the iguana very warm and happy. She also loves her new bed from Chewy!
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By Avvi on Aug 9, 2018
I wouldn't recommend this bulb for the usage of someone needing it for an animal requiring high heat. Alright for a bearded dragon, but I wouldn't recommend it for an animal like an ackie monitor. As well exo-tera makes garbage reptile care items and they don't last as long as they are intended to last. I wouldn't recommend this item as a perfect solution to all and one.
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By tbond007 on Jul 4, 2018
I bought this this bulb with a new larger can light fixture less than a week ago, and the bulb blew out after only a few days of use. I was using a power surge strip as well. I tried the bulb in another light fixture and it still did not work. I tried another bulb in the new can, and it did work. (Bad bulb) Will try another kind of bulb with better reviews.
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By amanda on Nov 12, 2018
I've went through 2 in less then 6 months and was told they last like a year each
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By Petlover91 on Jun 27, 2018
Reading reviews I was sketchy on this but I chanced it. I bought 2 of these for my beardies and they work amazing so far! I have my lights on a timed system and I have not had one issue. Even if I did the customer support here is amazing and they will work to make you happy so if your not satisfied talk to them and they will make it right. I've had these lights for 6 months and never had an issue.
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By kbro83 on Sep 16, 2018
Great all in one bulb, worth the $$. No hassle having to buy both UV light and separate heat light.
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By Megan on Apr 18, 2018
Needed another light bulb for my tegu who just got out of hibernation and really needed a new basking bulb with uva/uvb. She basked in the lamp all day today and LOVED it! 125W and got up to 100 degrees. Perfect for my tegu. Very energized and ran around the house while enjoying it. (Maybe she was saying thank you?) Ordered bulb on Sunday night, bulb was at my doorstep earlier than expected. Came Wednesday morning. (Maybe at my door around 8pm Tuesday night? Nobody delivers during the early morning.) No damage and works wonderfully! ALSO, box came with a coupon booklet and I was able to get our dog some FREE Ovenbaked brand treats! With the sale of BOGO free going on, I only paid shipping Needed another light bulb for my tegu who just got out of hibernation and really needed a new basking bulb with uva/uvb. She basked in the lamp all day today and LOVED it! 125W and got up to 100 degrees. Perfect for my tegu. Very energized and ran around the house while enjoying it. (Maybe she was saying thank you?) Ordered bulb on Sunday night, bulb was at my doorstep earlier than expected. Came Wednesday morning. (Maybe at my door around 8pm Tuesday night? Nobody delivers during the early morning.) No damage and works wonderfully! ALSO, box came with a coupon booklet and I was able to get our dog some FREE Ovenbaked brand treats! With the sale of BOGO free going on, I only paid shipping for two packages of dog treats! Happy lizard, happy dog! DOUBLE Thank you, Chewy.com!! … more
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By Mandy06 on Jul 15, 2018
We wanted to get a bulb that gives out uva/uvb, heat, and plenty of light. This bulb does it all, you'll need a larger lamp with it because of it's size. Great purchase.
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By kimberly on May 12, 2018
This bulb absolutely sucks! Plug it in to make sure it worked and then unplugged it to plug it into the daytime socket on my timer strip and the bulb didn't work. Waited for it to cool down and tried again and it came back on. A few minutes later it went off again. I will never buy these bulbs again. They are absolute junk.
