Okay to use this bulb for my birds? Other brand specifically sold for birds is full spectrum, 15 watt... same thing as Alzo Joyous Light 15W?
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seems same as others, a little warm for a compact florescent, but birds might like the heat, not burning hot like a incandescent, but seems more than other CF bulbs.
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If I put higher watt bulbs in I get more light... its not like the florescent I had, really bright light. I like the "look" of the lights, I am still working on the watt bulbs to be using. Right now I have two outer higher watt, and the center less. Will probably be changing around until I get the adjustment I like. Its not a direct bright light.
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Hi, Penny,I'm just using the bulb that came with the lamp...don't even know the wattage. It's an incandescent bulb that's usually used in aquariums. I'm "old school," and prefer incandescents to the new bulbs. Take care.Tony
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You can use this CFL that is 100W equivalent but only consumes 23W. It works great for me and the item is really durable. Hope it helps Triangle Bulbs 23 Watt - 100 W Equal - Full Spectrum 5000K - CFL Light Bulb - E26 Base - Standard Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb
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Thy 60 watt bulb recommended is a low watt, high yield bulb, so it provides more than the normal 100 watt bulb. Very Bright!. Try to look at the answers already sent in on this product, they are enlightening.
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I would not recommend the Feit brand bulb as it has a yellowish tint light rather than white light. Plus, this brand does not last very long. I recommend paying more for the better 13W bulbs.
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Zoo Med Laboratories AZMHLC15 15-Watt Highlights Incandescent Bulb, ClearThat is a 15 watt bulb that will fit this hood. I'm assuming the hood is for a 5 gallon or so tank so that would give you 3 watts per gallon. In my tank this has been plenty for my plants. Incandescent bulbs can produce some warmth, though so keep an eye on the temperature in your tank. Hope this helps.
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Infrared (ceramic) shouldn't because it doesn't give off any light and theyhave a nocturnal model, but glass designed so you can see pet at night, butshouldn't affect their sleep patterns. Heat generated to 400 degrees, raising ambient temp by 20 degrees depending on size bulb (50 watt is smallest). No closer than 12+ inches and bird should not be able to come into contact with bulb surface. Can stay on 24/7. Bulb model # RS-50, RS-75 and so on up to higher wattages. On Amazon site enter Zoo Med Red Infrared Heat Lamp for more info and check consumer reviews. Best to call Zoo Med @ 888 496 - 6633/8 - 5 Pacific. Ask for Customer Service and check their site foradditional product listings and informatioin. Infrared (ceramic) shouldn't because it doesn't give off any light and theyhave a nocturnal model, but glass designed so you can see pet at night, butshouldn't affect their sleep patterns. Heat generated to 400 degrees, raising ambient temp by 20 degrees depending on size bulb (50 watt is smallest). No closer than 12+ inches and bird should not be able to come into contact with bulb surface. Can stay on 24/7. Bulb model # RS-50, RS-75 and so on up to higher wattages. On Amazon site enter Zoo Med Red Infrared Heat Lamp for more info and check... » Read More Infrared (ceramic) shouldn't because it doesn't give off any light and theyhave a nocturnal model, but glass designed so you can see pet at night, butshouldn't affect their sleep patterns. Heat generated to 400 degrees, raising ambient temp by 20 degrees depending on size bulb (50 watt is smallest). No closer than 12+ inches and bird should not be able to come into contact with bulb surface. Can stay on 24/7. Bulb model # RS-50, RS-75 and so on up to higher wattages. On Amazon site enter Zoo Med Red Infrared Heat Lamp for more info and check consumer reviews. Best to call Zoo Med @ 888 496 - 6633/8 - 5 Pacific. Ask for Customer Service and check their site foradditional product listings and informatioin. « Show Less
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Only if you buy/select the 1000w model. bulbs are bulbs. Brand doesn't matter
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I purchased the 15 wt bulb used for over the stove & refrigerator s perfect not too light not too dark excellent ambiance.. Hope this helped.. Oh and I purchased them from The Dollar Store.. Who knew?
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I have lost the paperwork with the bulb. However, it works VERY well for our bird anywhere from 12" to 18". We put the bulb in a light that can clamp on the cage. Our bird was loosing feathers and looked ragged. This cleared it up in a few weeks. I will always use this for our bird. You mention a parrot - I would place it 12 - 15" from it's favorite perch. Hope this info helps you. Have a Merry Christmas
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I have used a 100 watt in it for a long time and then I got a chrome played 75w bulb (totally worth it) which made the light not as bright due to the chrome. That's the last thing you have to consider with the high watt bulbs, will you really want to sit under it? It's so bright I get headaches from regular bulbs
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Well its not giving us much information about spectrum but lumen level seems a bit lower then I would like, Using a fixture like this then I would stick to low to medium light level plants, if the mediums die out then you know you need to stick with low light level plants like java fern and anubias. Also depends on how deep of a tank you have. Try a few listed above, Would not buy a lot to try as they might end up dead.
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I have these lamps from a few years ago and had a hard time finding replacement bulbs. I ended up just buying regular lightbulbs that fit, but stuck way too far out and did not work well. The specs listed say "30 Watt 5000K Daylight Balance Compact Fluorescent Photo Light Bulbs" which can be bought on Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/CowboyStudio-Daylight-Balanced-Fluorescent-Bulb/dp/B001MLBK0U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1394214764&sr=8-2&keywords=30+Watt+5000K+Daylight+Balance+Compact+Fluorescent+Photo+Light+Bulbs But if it's saying 45W on what you have, then I guess the specs above are wrong! They do have 45W here: http://www.amazon.com/CowboyStudio-Fluorescent-Daylight-Temperature-Photography/dp/B004LONG0W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1394215030&sr=8-2&keywords=45+Watt+5000K+Daylight+Balance+Compact+Fluorescent+Photo+Light+Bulbs
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Definitely. Using 3 60W equivalent LED bulbs is really bright. This lamp is really pretty, and I highly recommend that you use these bulbs, it worked best for me in terms of lighting and the product quality. It really lasts longer compared to the previous bulbs I've used. I hope it helps! Triangle Bulbs T95123-6 (6pack) - LED Dimmable 60 Watt Equivalent Daylight A19 Light Bulbs, 6 pack
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No. The light spectrum is design for plant growth. Try Blue Max therapy lamps for SAD.
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DO ALZO FULL SPECTRUM DAYLIGHT CFL BULBS EMIT HARMFUL RADATION? ALZO full spectrum daylight compact fluorescent light bulbs are constructed like all other fluorescent light bulbs and contain mercury vapor as the exciting plasma. The energy spectrum produced by ALZO full spectrum light bulbs includes a very small amount of UV radiation and this energy emission level is consistent with all other types of fluorescent bulbs. The concentration of UVB radiation emitted by ALZO CFL bulbs is substantially less the sun and is generally not considered harmful to humans. A human would have to be surrounded by thousands of ALZO full spectrum bulbs to receive the equivalent concentration of harmful UVB radiation of midday sunshine. Also, it is generally accepted by the medical community that a small amount of UV exposure is required by the human body in order to produce vitamin D. Although it has not been scientifically proven it is likely that the production of vitamin D produced by exposure to ALZO full spectrum CFL bulbs, in the winter months, c ontributes to the "wellness" effect.