High Output T5 / T8 Fluorescent Lamps




D3+ Desert
D3+ Desert
High Output T5 / T8 Fluorescent Lamps
High 12% UV-B content to support desert reptile species synthesis of vitamin D3.
A full spectrum fluorescent lamp designed to simulate, as closely as possible, the spectrum of natural sunlight. This includes UV-A and high levels of UV-B.
- High light output
- Long life, 12 month lifespan before a change is required
- Made in Germany by the worlds experts
- Produces excellent natural colours
- Flicker free (T5)
UV-B | 12% |
UV-A | 30% |
Kelvin | (T8) 6600K / (T5) 7000K | Diameter | T8 Ø26mm / T5 Ø16mm |
Where can I buy?
Products available from most good retailers both in-store and online.

Made in Germany

UV-B

UV-A

1 year life






Full Spectrum Lamps
Arcadia Reptile D3 and D3+ T8 lamps have been specifically designed with animal health in mind. We are proud to have the world’s highest output T8 lamps in 6% and 12% UVB.
Safe levels of UV-B for a year
All of our UVB percentages are measured as part of the total output of light from the lamp and after the all important first 100 hours of output. You can be rest assured that by using Arcadia Reptile D3 and D3+ lamps that you are providing the very best in T8 technology. The Arcadia Reptile D3 and D3+ UVB lamps are effective to for one whole year and will keep your animal in tip top condition.
Replicates typical daylight
Arcadia Reptile T8 D3 and D3+ lamps have a high UV-A output (30%), providing all the elements which are so vital to the welfare of the reptiles. As full spectrum lamps, they help simulate sunlight. This provides high colour rendering for enhanced viewing of your reptiles and their environment. The colour temperature of 6,500K replicates typical daylight conditions.
Ultra violet index
Distance | T5 UVI | T8 UVI |
---|---|---|
300mm / 12” | 5-6 | 3-4 |
400mm / 16” | 3-4 | 2-3 |
Spectral Power Distribution (SPD)
Wavelength (nm)
T5 Fluorescent Lamp – Diameter Ø16mm
Code | Watt | Length |
RFD3P24T5 | 24W | 550mm / 22″ |
RFD3P39T5 | 39W | 850mm / 34″ |
RFD3P54T5 | 54W | 1150mm / 46″ |
T8 Fluorescent Lamp – Diameter Ø26mm
Code | Watt | Length |
RFD3P14 | 14W | 360mm / 15″ |
RFD3P15 | 15W | 450mm / 18″ |
RFD3P18 | 18W | 600mm / 24″ |
RFD3P25 | 25W | 750mm / 30″ |
RFD3P30 | 30W | 900mm / 36″ |
RFD3P36 | 36W | 1200mm / 48″ |
RFD3P38 | 38W | 1050mm / 42″ |
Create the ultimate heating and lighting system
Couple together with the Arcadia Reptile ProT5, Jungle Dawn Full-Spectrum LED BAR and Deep Heat Projector for the most advanced, most wild-like Reptile lighting system.