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 #1729086


Nermie
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 Question about wattage conversion

my nile dosent seem to like the mvb (she rarely gose near it ) the suface temp under it is 137.

what would be a comprable heat sorce in halogen flood lights ( i dont think i could do a bank probly just 1 or 2.
05/08/08  09:26am

 #1729194


Sdslancs
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   Message To: Nermie   In reference to Message Id: 1729086


 Question about wattage conversion

Depends on the distance from your basking spot, your light is. Usually, 40-60w halogen floods work well, but you have to try different wattages and distances from basking spots, till you get the desired temp.
05/08/08  11:07am

 #1729414


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   Message To: Sdslancs   In reference to Message Id: 1729194


 Question about wattage conversion

i posted my set up in the uv debate i think my question is getting answerd in that thread
05/08/08  04:01pm

 #1729672


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   Message To: Nermie   In reference to Message Id: 1729414


 Question about wattage conversion

There is no answer. You have to screw some bulbs in and check the temps again. It’s not a formula or ratio of light energy:heat energy conversion. I wish it was that simple.
05/08/08  07:20pm


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