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UVB light

mrchubloozer Oct 14, 2003 08:15 PM

i heard that u should change your uvb light every few months b/c the rays disappear over time. is that true? and if so, how many months is it good for exactly?

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Charm_Paradise Oct 14, 2003 08:55 PM

Hi-

Yes, you should change your fluorescent UVB bulbs every 6-8 months (depending on usage). Even though the bulbs still light up the effective UVB light fades out over time. Hope this helps!
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