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💡 Mega-Ray Mercury Vapor Bulb - 160W (120V): Efficient Lighting Solution for Optimal Performance Review

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Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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Details

BrandMega-Ray Pet Care
Light TypeMercury Vapor
Wattage160 watts
Voltage120 Volts
Unit Count1 Count

Description of 💡 Mega-Ray Mercury Vapor Bulb - 160W (120V): Efficient Lighting Solution for Optimal Performance

Self-ballasted mercury vapor bulb. For 10 years, it has been shown to have the longest lasting UVB production of any other mercury vapor bulbs available. Promotes the synthesis of Vitamin D3 and prevents metabolic bone disease. Produces similar amounts of UVB to natural sunlight. 160 Watt Bulb - MINIMUM distance setting of 18" will produce approximately 150-200 microwatts per square centimeter (uW/cm2) of UVB and 900-1200uW/cm2 of UVA. MAXIMUM distance setting of 24" will produce 50-75 microwatts per square centimeter (uW/cm2) of UVB. (Distance is measured from lamp face to basking spot or reptile for optimum UVB and heat.).

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

My monitors preferred the MVB UVA/UVB lamp

Megaray is the best lamp for UVA/UVB combo and good heat dissipation, better than Powerun or Reptizoo all others I've used. I use it for my monitors and they are all healthy when using Megaray and prefer to bask under it than others.

Pros
  • Worth your money
Cons
  • Drives me crazy

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The vet is highly recommended, but…….

My vet highly recommended this product. That's great, but you have to be aware that the light will still work after a few years, but will lose its UVB output after a few months. So keep in mind that it needs to be replaced after about 8 months.

Pros
  • Absolutely amazing!
Cons
  • Can't remember

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very good reptile lamp

I bought this lamp for my bearded dragon. Your Petco light was complete crap. Because of the power, you need a cooker hood with a ceramic ballast. The light is bright and very warm. My dragon was much more energetic with this lamp than with the petco brand. Your whole mood has changed because this lamp emits the right UV radiation and heat. Take it! You and your reptile will be pleasantly surprised at how good it is.

Pros
  • Weight
Cons
  • Exchange possible

Revainrating 3 out of 5

My bearded dragon hasn't been a fan for weeks

Although it seems to be getting better, my bearded dragon has hated this light for weeks. To be fair, I might not have had it at the right height, or it might have been in Burmation for a few weeks. So I went back to her old lightbulb about every 2-3 days when she was more active and then switched the lightbulb back off for about 6 weeks. I've bought and used many different mercury lamps as well as other types of UV lamps, so I'm not exactly a beginner. This now seems useful and works as…

Pros
  • Pretty packaging
Cons
  • Hard to tell

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Offers UVA/B and heat

The UVB output is the highest on the market. This is the best lamp for UV rays and also dissipates heat as an added bonus. These lights are powerful, so always follow the instructions on keeping a safe distance from your animals. I use these bulbs for my Water Monitor, Mangrove Monitor and Rio Grande Red Ears. Evidence in animal health. I have never experienced MBD with these lamps. And the animals are healthy, active and colourful. They also want to eat more. I can say enough. The best lamp I…

Pros
  • Special offer
Cons
  • Some cons

Arguably the finest lamp available and their customer service is second to none. They are worth the money compared to other cheaper inferior bulbs I have had. I've used over a dozen of these Mega-Rays and have never experienced any of the issues that the 1-2 star reviewers mention. These lamps are just like any other mercury or metal halide lamp (or even regular household incandescent lamps); Threads are very fragile and require careful handling. If you need to perform any type of environmental

Pros
  • Beautiful in appearance
Cons
  • Miscellaneous Miscellaneous

I've been using this brand for 8-10 years(?) They used to not be that well packaged on delivery when I first ordered them but it's improved 100+% in the last few years . Now they know exactly how to pack those fragile onions. I find this to be the most expensive lamp on the market and the difference in price is more than worth it. I'm not a scientist, but I've had my tortoise, horse or Russian tortoise for almost 25 years. No calcium issues with this lamp (Mega Ray) in my early years. Then when

Pros
  • Decent performance
Cons
  • Quality