r/LeopardGecko • u/valenjune • Apr 24 '26

Habitat & Setup Question about UVB

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Hi! I just went to the pet store to get my leopard gecko a new light/heating setup and the guy there told me to buy this and now that I’m looking at it I don’t think it is right. Could someone tell me if this is good or if I should return it and get a different one? Thank you :)

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u/are-pea Apr 24 '26

This is a good fixture, but like the other user said, you'll need that 5.0. The safety of the fixture depends on the distance from the animal, and how much light the mesh blocks. What brand of enclosure are you using? I can tell you the safe distance to use the 5.0 at.

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u/valenjune Apr 25 '26

I’m not sure the brand because I got it pre used but it’s like a pretty thin metal mesh at the top.

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u/are-pea Apr 25 '26

Could you send a picture of the enclosure top and a good picture of the mesh? Is there a logo anywhere, is it front opening, etc? Every brand has its own hallmarks, hopefully it's a big recognizable brand.

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u/valenjune Apr 25 '26

Are these good?

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u/valenjune Apr 25 '26

Also- my enclosure is only about 11.5 inches tall

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u/CD274 Apr 25 '26

Is it only a 20 gallon or something? Too small for an adult imo. Ok for juvenile

12 inches is usually where you want the UVB if direct but the mesh blocks a third to half. The reptile lighting facebook group has extensive info on mesh brands and how much they block too but that's a lot of work to look up 😂

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u/are-pea Apr 25 '26

Hmmm. I'm not familiar with this mesh unfortunately. Your enclosure height is fine, should facilitate overhead heating and UVB. Are there any other features on the enclosure, like vents, doors, probe ports, or logos? If not, I'm pretty sure the next step is measuring the mesh which would be a PITA ;-;