Bo Lights LED BAR UVB 14% 24W 60 cm

BO LED BAR UV – LED lighting with UVA and UVB radiation for terrariums

BO LED BAR UV is a special LED light developed for lighting terrariums with reptiles and amphibians. It combines visible light, UVA and UVB radiation, allowing you to create lighting conditions corresponding to the biological needs of captive animals.

UVA radiation contributes to visual perception in many diurnal reptiles and can influence their natural behavior. UVB radiation enables vitamin D3 formation in the skin, which is important for proper calcium metabolism and healthy skeletal development.

Thanks to its elongated design, easy installation and ability to be interconnected, BO LED BAR UV represents a practical lighting solution for individual terrariums and larger breeding setups.

UVA and UVB radiation according to the needs of captive animals

Individual reptile and amphibian species have different requirements for ultraviolet radiation intensity. These requirements are primarily related to their natural environment, daily activity and how they utilize sunlight.

When selecting a light and its placement, it is therefore important to consider the specific species being kept.

The intensity of UV radiation changes depending on the distance from the source, the measurement position and any obstacles between the lamp and the animal. For proper adjustment, we recommend monitoring the UV index (UVI) with a suitable measuring device.

The terrarium should always provide shaded areas where animals can retreat as needed.

Key advantages

• UVA and UVB radiation: Provides ultraviolet radiation important for the biological needs of many reptile species.

• LED technology: A modern solution for terrarium lighting.

• Elongated design: Allows lighting a larger area than conventional point light sources.

• Easy installation: Can be mounted to the terrarium ceiling or placed on a ventilation grill.

• Connection option: Individual fixtures can be connected in series according to their power consumption and manufacturer's instructions.

• Adaptation to the species kept: The appropriate intensity of UV radiation can be adjusted by selecting the light variant and its distance from the animals.

• Regular lighting schedule: Suitable for operation with a set day and night cycle.

Easy installation and connection option

The BO LED BAR UV light can be mounted to the terrarium ceiling using the supplied mounting kit or placed on a suitable ventilation grill.

Do not place the light over a glass cover, as standard glass blocks most UVB radiation and significantly reduces the effectiveness of UV lighting.

Individual LED bars can also be interconnected. Depending on the power consumption of the specific variant, it is usually possible to connect 6–8 units to one circuit, but always only in accordance with the manufacturer's technical instructions and permitted electrical load.

This option is particularly useful for breeders with multiple terrariums who want to create an organized lighting setup.

Recommended usage

For most diurnal reptile species, a lighting schedule of approximately 10–12 hours per day is typically used, but the specific lighting duration should be adapted to the species being kept and possibly also the season.

When installing, we recommend following these guidelines:

• Choose the appropriate UV lighting variant based on the biological needs of the species being kept.

• Adjust the distance of the lamp from the animals to achieve the desired UV radiation intensity.

• Regularly check UV index (UVI) values.

• Ensure the possibility of shade shelter.

• Maintain a regular day and night cycle.

• Protect the light and electrical connections from water and excessive moisture.

Note: The mere presence of UVA and UVB radiation does not guarantee that the light provides suitable intensity for every species. The actual measured values and requirements of the captive animals are decisive.

Technical specifications

• Product: BO LED BAR UV

• Type: LED light with ultraviolet radiation

• Spectrum: visible light, UVA and UVB

• Purpose: terrariums for reptiles and amphibians

• Installation: with mounting kit or on a suitable ventilation grill

• Connection option: yes, according to the technical parameters of the specific variant

• Typical lighting schedule: 10–12 hours per day

• Use over glass: not suitable due to UVB radiation blocking

• Mounting kit: included in the package

Specific power consumption, dimensions, UVA/UVB values and recommended distance from animals may vary depending on the light variant.

Safety warnings

• Do not look directly at the UV radiation source for extended periods.

• Maintain a safe distance between the light and animals.

• Do not connect or disconnect electrical components in the presence of water.

• Do not manipulate the light while it is connected to the electrical network.

• In case of malfunction, disconnect the light immediately.

• Use the product only in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

BO LED BAR UV represents a practical way to ensure UVA and UVB lighting in a terrarium. Thanks to its simple installation and the ability to connect multiple units, it is suitable for individual tanks as well as larger breeding setups, provided that the specific variant provides UV radiation corresponding to the needs of the captive animals.