{"product_id":"internet-reptile-mercury-vapour-bulb-mvb","title":"Internet Reptile Mercury Vapour Bulb (MVB)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Internet Reptile Mercury Vapour Bulb (MVB) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis an \"all in one\" lamp providing infra-red (Heat), UVA (Visible Light) and UVB from a single bulb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis type of lamp cannot be used with a thermostat, so is commonly used in open topped tortoise tables or other well ventilated enclosures which help to avoid heat build-up.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow available in 4 wattages; the following information is a guide to help you choose the correct bulb and safe installation distance from your pet.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003e80w\u003c\/strong\u003e (lamp to animal distance approx. 25-35cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003e100w\u003c\/strong\u003e (lamp to animal distance approx. 35-45cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003e125w\u003c\/strong\u003e (lamp to animal distance approx. 45-60cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003e160w High Output\u003c\/strong\u003e (lamp to animal distance approx. 60-75cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn warmer areas and in summer months, it can be used in isolation to create a warm basking area. In cooler areas, or for a wider beam of visual light, can be used in conjunction with a regular flood or halogen lamp controlled by a dimming thermostat. Alternatively, installation in a 'dome' type fitting can help to increase temperatures at the warmest part of the enclosure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAim to create a range of bright and shaded areas with different temperature and UV levels within the enclosure; this will allow your pets to correctly thermoregulate by choosing when and where they bask.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation and Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall at a safe distance, in a quality heat resistant (ceramic) fitting or clamp lamp (min diameter 20cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition vertically (hanging downwards), not at an angle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot suitable for use with a thermostat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect against knocks or accidental contact when in use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect against accidental contact with water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways allow the bulb to fully cool before moving or repositioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree month warranty from date of purchase* \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate usage time of 6000 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003eSafety Notice:  MVB Lamps are designed for \u003cstrong\u003eReptile Use Only.  \u003c\/strong\u003eInstall as to avoid prolonged human exposure and never stare at the lamp. Increasing install distance and ensuring vertical installation may help minimise the risk of photosensitive conjunctivitis which has been attributed to the use of MVB lamps.  Consider the use of High OutPut T5 lighting and a separate thermostatically controlled heating source where possible.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e(*allows for an identical replacement lamp where the above has been adhered to)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Internet Reptile","offers":[{"title":"80w","offer_id":47678005313698,"sku":"izk1789707189543","price":25.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100w","offer_id":47678005346466,"sku":"koq1789707189544","price":26.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"125w","offer_id":47678005379234,"sku":"cpi1789707189545","price":31.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"160w","offer_id":47678005412002,"sku":"fcl1789707189546","price":16.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"160w (Box of 6)","offer_id":47678005444770,"sku":"jue1789707189547","price":90.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9846\/4418\/files\/internet-reptile-mercury-vapour-bulb-mvb_1.jpg?v=1789707194","url":"https:\/\/basementfit.shop\/products\/internet-reptile-mercury-vapour-bulb-mvb","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}