LED VS HALOGEN BULBS

Many luminaires are available in two versions. One with halogen lamps and one with LED lamps. Nevertheless, consumers often choose the outdated halogen version. The main reason for this is the price difference. But if you think of the energy savings and the long lifespan, in most cases the LED variant is ultimately cheaper.

Output and precision

In comparing between the two types of OEM systems, halogen bulbs typically have an output of around 1500 lumens, while LEDs have been known to go about or over double the output of a traditional halogen bulb

Also, in terms of precision, or cut-off, LED lights are much better than halogen bulbs because the typical LED array has a lot of bulbs that emit light, giving the beam a higher resolution, at least for reflector headlights. For halogen reflectors, you only get one halogen bulb and the reflector behind it may not reflect the light as sharply as an LED with many more sources of light.

Efficiency

Halogen bulbs are not as efficient as LEDs because you do get light if you run an electrical current through them, however, a byproduct of that is heat.

LED lights run cool, and don’t heat a lot even after a long time. To get the same output as a traditional incandescent halogen bulb, you won’t need as much energy. On top of that, you get instantaneous activation

Reparability

No matter how you look at it, for most common cars and other vehicles, it is less costly to replace a halogen system than it is to replace an LED array. The main reason why halogen systems are still in the run is how repairable the system is. With more modern and high-output LEDs, you just have to pay through the nose if your headlight fails. For halogen reflector systems especially, all you will have to do is buy a new bulb or sort and refresh your wiring. No matter how you look at it, for most common cars and other vehicles, it is less costly to replace a halogen system than it is to replace an LED array.

Verdict

So where does that leave us? Both systems still have their place in the world, and LEDs are the future without a doubt, but if budget is a concern halogen lights will be good enough. After being spoiled with the latest and greatest tech, it’s hard to go back to a trusty halogen system especially when going out of town with minimal amounts of street lights on the road.

If the question is, “is it worth it?” and the answer, is yes. Visibility is a key proponent to piloting a motor vehicle. Seeing further ahead is crucial for safety and you can get enough time to react to threats.

LED instead of halogen is the better solution in most cases. These some of the many advantages. The purchase price of LED lamps is only higher at first glance. In the long run, the use of modern LED technology pays off itself.