Can a 35 watt bulb run with a 50 watt ballast?
There is (or was) a 45 watt bulb which is suitable for running with 50 watt ballasts. However, I’d be reluctant to run more than 35 watt in the Minis. well is the 35watt bulb with the 55 watt ballast going to be ok though? Will the bulb just “pop” or will it just run warmer?
What’s the difference between 35W and 55W HID lights?
If you have the 50W/55W stock socket, you don’t need a warning canceller for the 55 Watt kit. This overrides the warning system that is set off in some cars when HID lights are installed. The 35 Watt kit has a high pressure sodium lamp and the 55 Watt has an low pressure sodium type lamp. A single ballast is used in the 35 Watt lamps.
What’s the wattage of a HID light ballast?
It will determine the level/intensity of light that the HID bulb produces when you switch on the headlight. The most common HID ballast options available in the market are 35watts and 55 watts. Although, you may find 70watts HID ballast in the market. Many believe that higher the wattage, the brighter the light.
Can a CANbus ballast work with a HID ballast?
If your car has a Canbus system and you install a regular HID ballast, the system may get confused because HID bulbs use less power than standard halogen bulbs. It can result in the system sending you constant error warning signaling an issue with the headlights. Not every car is equipped with a Canbus system.
Will a 35W bulb works well on 55W ballast?
Philips makes the best bulbs in my opinion. and the 85122+ bulbs a lot of people use with 55w ballasts. they are build to withstand a more than 35 watts. aftermarket bulbs arent made as well.
If you have the 50W/55W stock socket, you don’t need a warning canceller for the 55 Watt kit. This overrides the warning system that is set off in some cars when HID lights are installed. The 35 Watt kit has a high pressure sodium lamp and the 55 Watt has an low pressure sodium type lamp. A single ballast is used in the 35 Watt lamps.
How does a HID ballast work in a car?
An HID ballast creates, drives and sustains the electrical arc in a bulb which maintains the light current in your car’s headlights. It’s a complex circuit made up of many components, each one tasked with carrying out a specific function. Needless to say, this is a hefty task that requires countless car parts to work together in perfect symphony.
Do you need warning canceller for 35 Watt hid?
The 35 Watt kits do require a warning canceller if your stock socket is 50 Watts or 55 Watts. If you have the 50W/55W stock socket, you don’t need a warning canceller for the 55 Watt kit. This overrides the warning system that is set off in some cars when HID lights are installed.