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Changing Your Headlight Bulbs: A Guide To The Most Commonly Asked Car Bulb Questions
If you are looking to buy, replace or even upgrade your headlight bulbs there seems to be an immense amount of advice available. Typically the amount of information that is passed down through word of mouth can be confusing and so listed below are some of these most commonly asked questions and answers.
Should I buy and replace headlight bulbs in pairs?
Yes. This makes good common sense advice for two reasons. Firstly if one of your headlight bulbs has blown it is very likely that the other one will go fairly soon, so if you have taken the effort of changing one bulb you might as well change the other whilst your at it, and then you will not have to repeat the process for a considerable time.
The other reason for changing headlight bulbs in pairs is because as a bulb gets towards the end of its life its light performance is not at its optimum level and so installing one brand new headlight bulb whilst leaving the other old bulb in place will cause a light imbalance, meaning you are not getting the best light performance from your headlight bulbs.
Can I touch the glass when changing the headlight bulbs?
No. No matter how clean your hands are, when you touch the glass you will leave a residue of some of your skins natural oils. When the headlight bulb is illuminated this oil creates a hot spot on the glass and can lead to the bulb failing much earlier than expected.
Top car bulb manufacturers now use toughened quartz glass in their bulbs and so this hotspot issue is not such a factor as it used to be. However it is still good practice to wear latex gloves when handling headlight bulbs to ensure you get the best service life from them.
My car has plastic headlight lenses, does it matter which headlight bulbs I buy?
Yes. If you install headlight bulbs that do not have special UV filtered glass it will very quickly, discolour and eventually damage the plastic lenses. Therefore if you do have plastic lenses on your vehicle make sure the headlight bulbs you buy have special UV cut glass, this will normally be labelled clearly on the packaging.
If I want brighter headlights on the road can I fit high wattage headlight bulbs?
No. Whilst high wattage headlight bulbs can be over twice as bright as standard bulbs, they are not legal on public roads. This is because the incredible bright light they produce can easily temporarily blind on coming drivers.
If you are looking to improve your headlights, you should install upgrade headlight xenon bulbs, these are identical to your existing bulbs but are filled with xenon gas and so emit up to 90% more light, and best of all they are completely road legal.
Is the owner's manual the best way to find out what headlight bulbs are fitted to my vehicles?
Yes and No. Normally the owner's manual will give you accurate information about which type of bulbs you have fitted to your vehicle and their location. However during a production run, vehicle manufacturers do sometimes change the specification, design or parts supplier and so the subsequent bulbs used may differ from the original manual.
Therefore the best way to find out which type of headlight bulbs have been fitted to your vehicle is to remove them and check it visually. Normally the bulb type is printed on the bulbs base.
Buying and replacing your headlight bulbs should normally be a straightforward job, however as is the case with most technical items, being armed with the right information will help you make the decision easier. Fitting the right headlight bulbs, correctly will not only save you money in the long run, but also make night driving safer and less stressful.
About the Author
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Halogen Bulb $33.99 Halogen Bulb; H1; Pair; |
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Jeep Lights: Halogen Bulb; H1; Pair; $33.99 12-volt;Clear bulb.;Sold as a pair Jeep Lights: Halogen Bulb; H1; Pair; |
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PIAA D4R Super Cobalt HID Bulb (Pair) $365.95 Not sure which bulb fits your vehicle? Use the vehicle look-up below: The PIAA D4R Super Cobalt HID bulb is the highest rated bulb on the Kelvin scale available on the market today. These make a great upgrade from normal factory HID (3800 Kelvin) to 6600 Kelvin and produce a clean, clear, crisp beam. Only the highest-grade materials are selected for use in these products and to ensure your complete satisfaction, every PIAA bulb is 100% tested at each step in the manufacturing process. Absolutely nothing is left to chance! Features: Highest rated Kelvin on the market (6600) Clean, clear, crisp beam Mercury free Sold as a pair NOTE: Compatible with OEM HID bulbs only. Not for use in standard halogen headlights! Consult your owner's manual to ensure compatibility. |
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PIAA D4S Super Cobalt HID Bulb (Pair) $365.95 Not sure which bulb fits your vehicle? Use the vehicle look-up below: The PIAA D4S Super Cobalt HID bulb is the highest rated bulb on the Kelvin scale available on the market today. These make a great upgrade from normal factory HID (3800 Kelvin) to 6600 Kelvin and produce a clean, clear, crisp beam. Only the highest-grade materials are selected for use in these products and to ensure your complete satisfaction, every PIAA bulb is 100% tested at each step in the manufacturing process. Absolutely nothing is left to chance! Features: Highest rated Kelvin on the market (6600) Clean, clear, crisp beam Mercury free Sold as a pair NOTE: Compatible with OEM HID bulbs only. Not for use in standard halogen headlights! Consult your owner's manual to ensure compatibility. |
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PIAA Night-Tech 9005 Halogen Bulb (Pair) $55.95 The PIAA Night-Tech Headlight bulbs feature several advancements in performance, durability, and manufacturing. Through the use of a unique mix of gasses including a higher proportion of inert gasses as well as a new filament material these bulbs offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb with a greater life span. The gasses, filament material, and coatings on the bulbs offer a color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs and retain a DOT/SAE approval. The unique dual band bulb coatings not only create a whiter light but a brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs. Features: Unique mix of gasses Higher proportion of inert gasses New filament material Offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb Greater life span Color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs Brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs DOT/SAE approval Sold as a pair Specifications: Bulb Type: 9005 Wattage: 12V 60 watt = 110 watt XTRA Kelvin: 3600K Brightness Comparison Chart: |
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PIAA Night-Tech H11 Halogen Bulb (Pair) $55.95 The PIAA Night-Tech Headlight bulbs feature several advancements in performance, durability, and manufacturing. Through the use of a unique mix of gasses including a higher proportion of inert gasses as well as a new filament material these bulbs offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb with a greater life span. The gasses, filament material, and coatings on the bulbs offer a color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs and retain a DOT/SAE approval. The unique dual band bulb coatings not only create a whiter light but a brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs. Features: Unique mix of gasses Higher proportion of inert gasses New filament material Offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb Greater life span Color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs Brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs DOT/SAE approval Sold as a pair Specifications: Bulb Type: H11 Wattage: 12V 55 watt = 100 watt XTRA Kelvin: 3600K Brightness Comparison Chart: |
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PIAA Night-Tech H7 Halogen Bulb (Pair) $47.95 The PIAA Night-Tech Headlight bulbs feature several advancements in performance, durability, and manufacturing. Through the use of a unique mix of gasses including a higher proportion of inert gasses as well as a new filament material these bulbs offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb with a greater life span. The gasses, filament material, and coatings on the bulbs offer a color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs and retain a DOT/SAE approval. The unique dual band bulb coatings not only create a whiter light but a brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs. Features: Unique mix of gasses Higher proportion of inert gasses New filament material Offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb Greater life span Color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs Brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs DOT/SAE approval Sold as a pair Specifications: Bulb Type: H7 Wattage: 12V 55 watt = 100 watt XTRA Kelvin: 3600K Brightness Comparison Chart: |
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PIAA Night-Tech 9006 Halogen Bulb (Pair) $55.95 The PIAA Night-Tech Headlight bulbs feature several advancements in performance, durability, and manufacturing. Through the use of a unique mix of gasses including a higher proportion of inert gasses as well as a new filament material these bulbs offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb with a greater life span. The gasses, filament material, and coatings on the bulbs offer a color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs and retain a DOT/SAE approval. The unique dual band bulb coatings not only create a whiter light but a brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs. Features: Unique mix of gasses Higher proportion of inert gasses New filament material Offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb Greater life span Color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs Brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs DOT/SAE approval Sold as a pair Specifications: Bulb Type: 9006 Wattage: 12V 51 watt = 95 watt XTRA Kelvin: 3600K Brightness Comparison Chart: |
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PIAA Night-Tech H1 Halogen Bulb (Pair) $42.95 The PIAA Night-Tech Headlight bulbs feature several advancements in performance, durability, and manufacturing. Through the use of a unique mix of gasses including a higher proportion of inert gasses as well as a new filament material these bulbs offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb with a greater life span. The gasses, filament material, and coatings on the bulbs offer a color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs and retain a DOT/SAE approval. The unique dual band bulb coatings not only create a whiter light but a brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs. Features: Unique mix of gasses Higher proportion of inert gasses New filament material Offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb Greater life span Color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs Brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs DOT/SAE approval Sold as a pair Specifications: Bulb Type: H1 Wattage: 12V 55 watt = 100 watt XTRA Kelvin: 3600K Brightness Comparison Chart: |
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PIAA Night-Tech H3 Halogen Bulb (Pair) $42.95 The PIAA Night-Tech Headlight bulbs feature several advancements in performance, durability, and manufacturing. Through the use of a unique mix of gasses including a higher proportion of inert gasses as well as a new filament material these bulbs offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb with a greater life span. The gasses, filament material, and coatings on the bulbs offer a color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs and retain a DOT/SAE approval. The unique dual band bulb coatings not only create a whiter light but a brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs. Features: Unique mix of gasses Higher proportion of inert gasses New filament material Offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb Greater life span Color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs Brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs DOT/SAE approval Sold as a pair Specifications: Bulb Type: H3 Wattage: 12V 55 watt = 100 watt XTRA Kelvin: 3600K Brightness Comparison Chart: |
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PIAA Night-Tech H4 Halogen Bulb (Pair) $47.95 The PIAA Night-Tech Headlight bulbs feature several advancements in performance, durability, and manufacturing. Through the use of a unique mix of gasses including a higher proportion of inert gasses as well as a new filament material these bulbs offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb with a greater life span. The gasses, filament material, and coatings on the bulbs offer a color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs and retain a DOT/SAE approval. The unique dual band bulb coatings not only create a whiter light but a brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs. Features: Unique mix of gasses Higher proportion of inert gasses New filament material Offer up to 90% more light than a conventional bulb Greater life span Color temperature in the 3600 Kelvin range for a whiter output than standard bulbs Brighter, longer range (up to 35 meters) output when compared to other bulbs DOT/SAE approval Sold as a pair Specifications: Bulb Type: H4 Wattage: 12V 60/55 watt = 110/100 watt Kelvin: 3600K Brightness Comparison Chart: |
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PIAA D2R Super Cobalt HID Bulb (Pair) $289.97 Not sure which bulb fits your vehicle? Use the vehicle look-up below: The PIAA Super Cobalt HID bulb is the highest rated bulb on the Kelvin scale available on the market today. These make a great upgrade from normal factory HID (3800 Kelvin) to 6600 Kelvin and produce a clean, clear, crisp beam. Only the highest-grade materials are selected for use in these products and to ensure your complete satisfaction, every PIAA bulb is 100% tested at each step in the manufacturing process. Absolutely nothing is left to chance! Super Cobalt D2R Twin Pack Highest rated Kelvin on the market (6600) Clean, clear, crisp beam Part #19992 D2R Installation Instructions (PDF Download) |
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H4 HID Xenon Bulb 6000K / 35W (Pair) $18.99 1. What is HID Xenon?HID lamp (High-Intensity-Discharge) is the top product of the Metal halide lamp. Unlike Halogen lamps, HID lamps don't have a filament but create light by the arc between two electrodes. There are distinctive metals contained in the arc tube: high-pressure Xenon (99.99%), mercur and metal halide. When starting voltage is applied to the electrodes from the ballast or igniter, an arc is formed between them. The arc activates the Xenon, which in turn ignites the metal halide. The result of this action is the emission of light energy. Due to the high pressures of HID lamp operation, these wavelengths are concentrated in the visible light spectrum. We can get the desired color temperature through changing the pressure of HID lamp or the proportion of the metal halide.2. Outstanding Features:Super Brightness: The brightness and its luminous flux are increased by 300% as that of the halogen tungsten lamp, so that the lamp can radiate to higher, wider and farther place.Good color temperature: The color temperature is approximately 4300 K ndash;10000k compared to 3000 K for halogen lamp. The common choose is 5500k,which is close to the sunlight and comfortable to our eyes, also benefit for the safe driving indirectly.Low power consumption and high efficiency: The power of Xenon metal halide lamp(35Watt,) for vehicle is only around half of tungsten halogen lamp but emitting 3 times of light.Quick start up: From starting up to reach full light, halogen lamp takes about 15 minutes, while HID lamp takes less than 0.001 second to start up and it can reach 85% of its full light in 1 second. For hot-re-strike, it takes several seconds to stabilization; for pulse-start ,it takes 10-20 seconds.Extremely long life: In practical terms, the life span of the bulb is equal to that of the car. Service life is at least 3000 hours, greatly above total hours of an automobile during normal night, which means that the bulb need only be replaced in exceptional cases.3.Why we use HID Lamp?On the road, HID Xenon lighting systems appear as a bright white beam which resembles natural daylight. The bright white beam offers greater visibility and road safety. High efficiency make the requirement for cooling the lamp lower and can reduce the aging of the lamp chimney. Extremely long life make the HID lamp in proper condition without maintenance. The constant power and brightness in such a huge range of input voltage make HID lamp unparalleled. Quick start-up technique is the best solution for automobile lamp. Features: Power out:35W norm LUMEN(M): 3500 COLOR TEMP(K):4300K~12000K The life of Xenon light can reach about 3000 hours. While halogen light is only 500 hours Power is well saved. The light produced by 35W Xenon light is 2.5 brighter than that brought about by 55W halogen light |
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H4 HID Xenon Bulb 8000K / 35W (Pair) $19.99 1. What is HID Xenon?HID lamp (High-Intensity-Discharge) is the top product of the Metal halide lamp. Unlike Halogen lamps, HID lamps don't have a filament but create light by the arc between two electrodes. There are distinctive metals contained in the arc tube: high-pressure Xenon (99.99%), mercur and metal halide. When starting voltage is applied to the electrodes from the ballast or igniter, an arc is formed between them. The arc activates the Xenon, which in turn ignites the metal halide. The result of this action is the emission of light energy. Due to the high pressures of HID lamp operation, these wavelengths are concentrated in the visible light spectrum. We can get the desired color temperature through changing the pressure of HID lamp or the proportion of the metal halide.2. Outstanding Features:Super Brightness: The brightness and its luminous flux are increased by 300% as that of the halogen tungsten lamp, so that the lamp can radiate to higher, wider and farther place.Good color temperature: The color temperature is approximately 4300 K ndash;10000k compared to 3000 K for halogen lamp. The common choose is 5500k,which is close to the sunlight and comfortable to our eyes, also benefit for the safe driving indirectly.Low power consumption and high efficiency: The power of Xenon metal halide lamp(35Watt,) for vehicle is only around half of tungsten halogen lamp but emitting 3 times of light.Quick start up: From starting up to reach full light, halogen lamp takes about 15 minutes, while HID lamp takes less than 0.001 second to start up and it can reach 85% of its full light in 1 second. For hot-re-strike, it takes several seconds to stabilization; for pulse-start ,it takes 10-20 seconds.Extremely long life: In practical terms, the life span of the bulb is equal to that of the car. Service life is at least 3000 hours, greatly above total hours of an automobile during normal night, which means that the bulb need only be replaced in exceptional cases.3.Why we use HID Lamp?On the road, HID Xenon lighting systems appear as a bright white beam which resembles natural daylight. The bright white beam offers greater visibility and road safety. High efficiency make the requirement for cooling the lamp lower and can reduce the aging of the lamp chimney. Extremely long life make the HID lamp in proper condition without maintenance. The constant power and brightness in such a huge range of input voltage make HID lamp unparalleled. Quick start-up technique is the best solution for automobile lamp. Features: Power out:35W norm LUMEN(M): 3500 COLOR TEMP(K):4300K~12000K The life of Xenon light can reach about 3000 hours. While halogen light is only 500 hours Power is well saved. The light produced by 35W Xenon light is 2.5 brighter than that brought about by 55W halogen light |
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Jeep Lights: Halogen Bulb; H7; 12V; 65W; $47.99 12-volt;65 watt;Clear bulb.;Sold as a pair Jeep Lights: Halogen Bulb; H7; 12V; 65W; |
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ARB 4X41 - ARB Halogen Bulb $80.99 High output X4 Xenon bulb.;Super clear;155/195 wattage output;60/80 wattage draw;conversion headlights;Sold as a pair ARB 4X41 - ARB Halogen Bulb |
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G4 5050 6-LED 1.5W White Light Bulb-DC 12V(Pair) $5.71 - Ultra bright high intensity light bulb- Color: white light- Number of light bulbs: 6- Operating voltage: DC 12V- Connector: G4 |
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G4 5050 6-LED 0.9W White Light Bulb-DC 12V(Pair) $5.69 - Ultra bright high intensity light bulb- Color: white light- Number of light bulbs: 6- Operating voltage: DC 12V- Connector: G4 |
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G4 1210 25-LED 1.5W White Light Bulb-DC 12V(Pair) $7.85 - Ultra bright high intensity light bulb- Color: white light- Number of light bulbs: 25- Operating voltage: DC 12V- Connector: G4 |
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G4 5050 12-LED 1.8W White Light Bulb-DC 12V(Pair) $7.89 - Ultra bright high intensity light bulb- Color: white light- Number of light bulbs: 12- Operating voltage: DC 12V- Connector: G4 |
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G4 4W 5050 27-LED White Light Bulb-DC 12V(Pair) $14.73 - Ultra bright high intensity white light bulb- Color: White light- Number of light bulbs: 27- Operating voltage: DC 12V / 4W- Connector: G4 |
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Headlight Socket/Connector For H7 Bulb(Ceramics, 1 Pair) $2.99 FeaturesHigh quality H7 headlight plug with wiresWithstands higher working temperature than other plastic plugs Can be used to create extra light outletEasy DIY installationFits on SMD/Xenon(HID)/LED bulb socket for maxium power output |
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Headlight Socket/Connector For H4 Bulb(Ceramics, 1 Pair) $2.99 FeaturesHigh quality H4 headlight plug with wiresWithstands higher working temperature than other plastic plugs Can be used to create extra light outletEasy DIY installationFits on SMD/Xenon(HID)/LED bulb socket for maxium power output |
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Headlight Socket/Connector For H1 Bulb(Ceramics, 1 Pair) $2.99 FeaturesHigh quality H1 headlight plug with wiresWithstands higher working temperature than other plastic plugs Can be used to create extra light outletEasy DIY installationFits on SMD/Xenon(HID)/LED bulb socket for maxium power output |
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Headlight Socket/Connector For 9005/9006 Bulb(Ceramics, 1 Pair) $3.99 FeaturesHigh quality 9005/9006 headlight plug with wiresWithstands higher working temperature than other plastic plugs Can be used to create extra light outletEasy DIY installationFits on SMD/Xenon(HID)/LED bulb socket for maxium power output |
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