{"product_id":"vivarium-electronics-t5-lighting-fixture-bulb-not-included","title":"Vivarium Electronics T5 HO Light Fixture (Bulb Not Included)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLinear T5 High Output lighting is the modern standard for science-backed herpetological husbandry, providing smooth, consistent UVB and daylight gradients without the unpredictable hotspots or rapid decay of compact coil bulbs. The Vivarium Electronics T5 HO Single Bulb Light Strip delivers dependable performance in a sleek, lightweight chassis, making it effortless to establish proper Ferguson Zone UV gradients and bright, plant-nourishing full-spectrum visible light across your habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntegrated Polished Reflector:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered with a built-in curved reflector that redirects diffuse light downward into the enclosure, maximizing bulb efficiency, usable UV Index (UVI).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal High-Output Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Powers all standard linear T5 HO lamps, offering seamless performance with leading brands including Arcadia Reptile, Zoo Med ReptiSun, and the Exo Terra T5 UVB line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModular Daisy-Chain Capability:\u003c\/b\u003e Connect multiple fixtures end-to-end off a single wall outlet, dramatically reducing cable clutter across reptile racks, shelving units, or multi-light bioactive setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual Mounting Flexibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Rests securely on top of metal screen lids or mounts directly underneath solid-top PVC and wooden terrarium ceilings using the included hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInline Power Switch:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a dedicated on\/off rocker switch on the heavy-duty power cord for hassle-free daily maintenance and photoperiod control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize Guide \u0026amp; Habitat Fit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e12\" Fixture:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for compact terrariums, small vertical arboreal gecko setups, or targeted basking zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e24\" Fixture:\u003c\/b\u003e Sized for 2-foot to 3-foot footprints, standard 20–40 gallon tanks, and juvenile habitats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e36\" Fixture:\u003c\/b\u003e The ideal proportional fit for standard 4' × 2' × 2' (120-gallon) enclosures, providing a 2\/3 coverage gradient that leaves a safe, unlit UV retreat on the cool side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e48\" Fixture:\u003c\/b\u003e Built for large 4-foot to 6-foot enclosures, expansive communal setups, or continuous shelf lighting across side-by-side habitats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivarium Electronics T5 HO Light Fixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Efficiency Integrated Reflector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Cord with Integrated On\/Off Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete Mounting Hardware Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaisy-Chain Connection Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Setup Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eT5 HO Bulbs Only:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered exclusively for high-output linear T5 tubes; not compatible with older T8 fluorescent bulbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBulb Sold Separately:\u003c\/b\u003e Fixture does not include a bulb. Pair with your species-appropriate UVB strength from the new Exo Terra T5 UVB series, Arcadia, or Zoo Med (match bulb wattage and length directly to fixture size).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBallast Protection Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Always firmly attach the power cord directly to the light fixture \u003ci\u003ebefore\u003c\/i\u003e plugging it into a wall outlet or surge protector to maximize ballast lifespan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrder Accuracy:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to delicate transit constraints, fixtures and bulbs cannot be accepted for return. 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