Whether you have HID xenon headlights or you switched out the standard halogen headlamp bulbs for the newest xenon you already know how clear and white the xenon light appears.
You may even have noticed how dull your sidelights look when you compare them to the xenon headlights. They will be a yellow colour which detracts from the overall look of your vehicle. Luckily, there is an improvement that you can make to your sidelights, so that they too are more brilliant and white than the standard car bulb. If you are adventurous then you will want to know they come in a variety of colours.
What is the difference between Standard Sidelight Bulbs and Improved Bulbs?
The regular sidelight bulbs are mass produced, which means they are not only inexpensive, but they also have a basic filament inside the glass. They are also filled with an inert gas. Improved bulbs have the very best in technology as they are designed with top grade materials and high value filaments.
A great factor is the sidelights either have xenon or halogen gas. This means you get a radiant white light which compares perfectly to the HID xenon bulbs you have in your headlights.
Are Blue Xenon Sidelights Available?
Clear sidelight bulbs are most common on vehicles because this was all one could get until now. Technology is advancing to provide us with a myriad of choices when it comes to sidelights. It is possible to update your sidelights to a xenon bulb with a glass blue tint. These are becoming extremely fashionable with motorists. There is one thing of import that you should know. The bulbs do have a tinting, which often is thought to emit a blue light. Instead, it actually reduces the yellow effect of most light production giving you a whiter look.
There is a degree of legality when it comes to the blue emission your sidelights can make. There are two factors involved. The first is the ECE rules that state there is a specific amount of heat that can be generated by the bulb. Blue tint is a filter, which allows less light to be provided from the bulb. The ECE rules state there is a maximum level that this light reduction can be in order to remain legal for road use.
The other aspect is that the less light that escapes from the blue tint the hotter the bulb will run. This means it is not only producing a hotter temperature than standard glass, but a light that is too dark will burn out faster.
Are LED Sidelight Bulbs Appropriate?
LED is the newest technology. LED bulbs are being used on the Porsche 997 and Audi R8, giving them prestige. LED means light emitting diode, and there are definite benefits to having them over glass bulbs for your vehicle.
LED bulbs are sturdy and heavy duty. They typically last for more than 50,000 hours, use less power, and have a more brilliant light than standard bulbs. They are also available in more colours.
It is quite simple to change to LED bulbs for your sidelights. These LED bulbs are made to work in the standard holder and connector, so there is no modification needed.
Replacing your standard sidelight bulbs with either upgrade xenon bulbs or the very latest LED bulbs can really transform your car’s night time appearance. They can produce a much brighter and crisper light, that is better suited to compliment xenon headlight bulbs and if you install the super long life LED sidelight bulbs, you will be more likely to need to change your car before you will need to replace the sidelight bulbs.
Fitting new Sidelight Bulbs is a great way to upgrade your car lights and give your vehicle a unique appearance to stand out from the crowd. The latest 501 LED bulbs produce a brighter light than standard 501 bulbs, come in a range of colours and should last the lifetime of the car.
