Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 UVB Tropical Mini Compact Fluorescent

2026-04-02T22:42:03-04:00

Price: 11.99

Weight: 13W

Give your tropical reptiles the daylight they depend on with the Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 UVB compact fluorescent. Support strong bones and healthy calcium use with reliable UVB, while gentle UVA encourages natural appetite, activity, and basking. Fit the energy‑saving 13W mini bulb into a standard socket and brighten the habitat without adding excess heat.

Key Features

5.0 UVB for tropical species: Help prevent metabolic bone disease by supporting vitamin D3 synthesis and calcium metabolism.

Natural behavior support: Provide UVA that helps spark feeding, exploration, and daily routines.

Cool-running 13W design: Light the enclosure without overheating smaller or humid terrariums.

Easy screw-in setup: Use any standard E26 socket—no external ballast needed.

Flexible placement: Mount vertically or horizontally and aim toward the basking zone.

Full-spectrum daylight: Use UVB‑transmitting glass for consistent, dependable output.

Applications

Set up over screen-topped tanks or pair with dome fixtures and terrarium hoods. Support tropical and forest dwellers such as chameleons, anoles, day geckos, and many turtles. Always offer a shaded retreat and add a separate heat source to create a proper basking area.

Specifications

Wattage: 13W compact fluorescent

UVB Rating: 5.0 (approx. 5% UVB)

Spectrum: Full-spectrum daylight with UVA

Base: E26 standard screw-in

Orientation: Vertical or horizontal

Fixture Compatibility: Pairs well with Mini Deep Dome and Naturalistic Terrarium Hoods

Replace the bulb every 12 months to maintain UVB levels. Use a daily timer to keep a consistent day/night cycle that helps your reptile thrive.