Zoo Med Tropic Sun 5500K Daylight T8 Lamp 8in
Zoo Med Tropic Sun 5500K Daylight T8 Lamp 8in
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Zoo Med Tropic Sun 5500K Daylight T8 Lamp 8in
A 5500K bulb that is ideal for freshwater fish and live plants. The Tropic Sun is a full spectrum daylight lamp, which simulates natural sunlight for optimum aquarium viewing. Our Tropic Sun daylight bulb brings out the natural beauty of fish and plants and is our most economically priced bulb. Zoo Meds line of fluorescent aquarium lamps are made in Europe for ultra high quality, color, and longer burn life. Our energy saving T-8 sizes can save you up to $30.00 per year in electricity over the thicker T-12 size lamps! Effective up to 10,000 hours. br/>Sold in Quantity of: 1
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