Quick lighting question

Mostem · 10-15-14, 01:08 AM

Im pretty much wondering what bulbs create UVA. For there 12 hour light cycle to simulate daylight I use the exo terra natural light(6700k). My question is if i were to just switch to the 6500k bulbs from local stores to save money instead of going all the way to the petstore and paying alot more will they still produce UVA?
Thanks Eric

**EL Ziggy** · 10-15-14, 09:17 PM

I have no idea but I hope you find your answer.

murrindindi · 10-16-14, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Mostem

Im pretty much wondering what bulbs create UVA. For there 12 hour light cycle to simulate daylight I use the exo terra natural light(6700k). My question is if i were to just switch to the 6500k bulbs from local stores to save money instead of going all the way to the petstore and paying alot more will they still produce UVA?
Thanks Eric

Hi, yes a "normal" bulb will emit UVA, and at 6,500k it simulates daylight.