pinefamily
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And shipped in from overseas possibly getting damaged in transit.Pet/Reptile shops generally try and make their cash on bulbs, most of which are cheap imported rubbish. Much better value if you look elsewhere.
And shipped in from overseas possibly getting damaged in transit.Pet/Reptile shops generally try and make their cash on bulbs, most of which are cheap imported rubbish. Much better value if you look elsewhere.
Last year I was having the same issue. The shop I purchased from actually swapped the bulb over for a new one, and mentioned that I should try using a surge protector. I probably had 2-3 bulbs die on me in a few months. Since getting the surge protector I haven't had one go.Help i am having issues with my heat lamp (globes) i bought a 100watt the other day and installed it only to have it blow.. i asked the pet store and they said if i used my bare hand, the oils could cause it to crack.. oh... okay i thought so i bought a more expensive different brand 150watt and its lasted a day. Same results. I didn't come into contact with the globe at all.. a cheap bigW globe lasted for ages in it so its not the ceramic socket... should i take it back and complain? Or am i doing something wrong
UV mate. (Sorry i should have specified)UV fluoro's or ordinary?
And shipped in from overseas possibly getting damaged in transit.
And shipped better too.Likely there's some truth to that. Also likely that most globes in oz are imports apart from a few. I suspect the Phillips ones are just made to a higher standard.
You need to shop around for the best price. Check out some of the online places that sell them; often their prices are better than your local pet/reptile shops. Also check out aquarium shops, they sometimes are cheaper than the reptile ones.UV mate. (Sorry i should have specified)
Another question for the informative people on here. Thermostats and 4' flouro tubes (for a day and night cycle) anyone recommend brands/types and or where to shop, my local pet store (whom i try and support) is fisting me big time on reptile gear and my patients is worn thin so i am looking else where. I live in Caloundra QLD and am willing to travel 2hrs to get to a store/place that can help me.. peace
Another question for the informative people on here. Thermostats and 4' flouro tubes (for a day and night cycle) anyone recommend brands/types and or where to shop, my local pet store (whom i try and support) is fisting me big time on reptile gear and my patients is worn thin so i am looking else where. I live in Caloundra QLD and am willing to travel 2hrs to get to a store/place that can help me.. peace
Nah mate i haven't and to be honest i have never heard of them. The costs of getting a tetanus shot after visiting nambour might out weight the savings . Nah i shall check them out next time i am home. Cheers for the infoHave you tried the pet shop in Nambour next to Supercheap - awesome for reptile and very knowledgable
Also The New Microclimate Evo Thermostat is sensational for setting fluro on Timer cycle
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Have you tried the pet shop in Nambour next to Super Cheap Auto - awesome and well stocked with reptile products
Also the new Microclimate Evo is sensational for UV timer - cant go wrong
Nah mate i haven't and to be honest i have never heard of them. The costs of getting a tetanus shot after visiting nambour might out weight the savings ������. Nah i shall check them out next time i am home. Cheers for the info
Another question for the informative people on here. Thermostats and 4' flouro tubes (for a day and night cycle) anyone recommend brands/types and or where to shop, my local pet store (whom i try and support) is fisting me big time on reptile gear and my patients is worn thin so i am looking else where. I live in Caloundra QLD and am willing to travel 2hrs to get to a store/place that can help me.. peace
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