{"product_id":"et-reptile-uvb300-t5-vho-8w-12-pt2430","title":"Exo Terra Reptile UVB300 T5 VHO 8W 12\" Fluorescent Tube | PT2430","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ET Reptile UVB300 T5 VHO 8W 12\" is a Very High Output fluorescent tube designed for reptiles that require intense, full-spectrum UV exposure — specifically those species that bask in open or midday sun, classified within the Euphotic or Heliophotic Zones. Manufactured in Germany to a high quality standard, this 8W T5 tube delivers a 12+ month UVB output lifespan, making it a dependable long-term option for keepers who take UV provision seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Tube Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tube is built for heliophilic species — lizards, tortoises, and other reptiles that in the wild actively seek peak solar intensity to regulate body temperature and maximise UVB intake through basking behaviour. These animals need UV levels that standard T8 or energy-saving alternatives simply cannot deliver. The UVB300 VHO designation indicates an output intensity suited to replicating those high-UV environments within a vivarium or terrarium setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUVA and UVB Output\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery High Output (VHO) UVA and UVB emissions exceed those of conventional T8 tubes and energy-efficient alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique phosphor blend replicates the solar UVB spectrum rather than approximating it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUVA stimulates natural behaviours including appetite, activity levels, and reproductive behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUVB supports Vitamin D3 synthesis, which in turn drives calcium absorption and helps protect against Metabolic Bone Disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced UVB penetration makes this tube suitable for taller terrariums or enclosures fitted with denser mesh screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpectral Balance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond raw UV output, the tube produces a well-balanced visible light spectrum that complements its UV emissions. The combination of UVA, UVB, and visible light works together to create a more complete and biologically relevant lighting environment, rather than simply ticking a UV box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePractical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWattage: 8W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube type: T5 VHO (Very High Output)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated UV output lifespan: 12+ months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with T5 terrarium canopy fixtures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct code: PT2430\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor keepers housing high-UV-demand species, the ET Reptile UVB300 T5 VHO 8W 12\" provides the output intensity and spectral accuracy to support genuine physiological health — not just visible light in an enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54147931472209,"sku":"LHR131","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/LHR131_1.jpg?v=1782597702","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/et-reptile-uvb300-t5-vho-8w-12-pt2430","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}