The Arcadia ProT5 UVB Lighting Kit is a complete high-output T5 UVB fitting with a removable reflector and one Arcadia HO-T5 UV-B lamp. Choose Forest 6%, Desert 12% or Dragon 14%, then select a 24W, 39W or 54W fitting.
Choose the UVB lamp
Forest 6%, Desert 12% and Dragon 14% identify the lamp options available for this kit. The percentage alone does not determine which lamp is suitable for an animal. Choose in line with current species-specific husbandry guidance, enclosure layout, basking distance and the effect of any mesh between the lamp and basking area.
Choose the fitting length
| Power |
Fitting length |
Lamp length |
Option |
| 24W |
570mm |
550mm |
22in |
| 39W |
870mm |
850mm |
34in |
| 54W |
1170mm |
1150mm |
46in |
Choose the fitting length to suit the enclosure and intended basking area. Check the enclosure’s internal space and the manufacturer’s installation instructions before ordering.
Arcadia UV Index reference
Arcadia publishes the following UV Index readings for the ProT5 at the centre of its strongest output, measured with a Solar Meter 6.5. Arcadia states a minimum lamp-to-animal distance of 250mm (10in). These figures are a product reference, not a species-specific recommendation; readings in an enclosure can vary with the fitting position, mesh and layout.
| Distance from lamp |
Forest 6% |
Desert 12% |
Dragon 14% |
| 300mm (12in) |
4.5 |
8.5 |
10.5 |
| 380mm (15in) |
3.6 |
6.5 |
7.0 |
| 500mm (20in) |
2.5 |
3.8 |
4.6 |
| 600mm (24in) |
1.2 |
2.4 |
3.2 |
For the correct UV provision, follow suitable species-specific guidance and account for the animal’s access to shade and the complete enclosure setup.
What is included
- One Arcadia HO-T5 UV-B lamp in the selected output
- ProT5 fitting and control unit
- Removable curved reflector
- Power cable and fittings kit
- Link cable
Installation and linking
The fitting can be installed inside a suitable vivarium or positioned above a mesh-topped enclosure, following the supplied instructions. Mesh can reduce UV reaching the basking area, so check the finished setup rather than relying on lamp percentage alone. The link cable allows compatible Arcadia lighting units to be connected; Arcadia states that up to 10 units can be linked to one suitable power source. Follow the product instructions and electrical limits for your setup.
Compatible replacement lamps
Use the lamp output and wattage of your kit to select the matching replacement tube:
