HID Color Temperature and Kelvin Explained | Headlight Revolution

[@roebbiej]

The fact that you went the extra mile and made the history part of the video in true fashion makes you an absolute legend, sir.

[@xDrGeek]

Fantastic video, I think another good video would be the benefits of Amber/Yellow 3700k lights in rain/fog/Mist/snow.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Good idea

[@2006silvi82]

I agree. That's a good idea

[@cameronrasmusson913]

Yes I would love to see your guy's input on this particular style of headlight use.

[@jasonhenn7345]

Yes that works, in an Amber fog but a fog reflector is important to work well and low mounting. I think the 55 watt yellow would be best, and I will be rigging a fog set to hid yellow soon. Unless I find some available in the market. I have found nice hid aftermarket white extremal mount.

[@saby8765]

High School physics book??

[@arasaltan]

I have watched 10 videos before i watch this, and i couldnt understand why we use KELVIN.They were all same thing. Really smart man and good teacher. Thank you.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

No problem!

[@nicknack8459]

Very, very informative! Explained A LOT about the Kelvin scale. I thought a larger #k meant brighter. I was so wrong. You made me rethink my order of 10000k dark blue headlights and just buy 5000k white to get the best visual brightness and safety. Nice! THANK YOU!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pcbman1st]

Another Great informative Video! It makes explaining this stuff to my coworkers and customers at a chain auto parts store so much easier having an electronics back ground and can't go "full auto" on them without that deer in the headlights look.

[@JosephNnbs]

I know why we use the color temp scale Just here for the thumbs up and view. 👍

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thank you for the support, Joseph!

[@waqasahmad3389]

Another Great Video. I'm really surprized that you guyz have summarized such a vast topic in under 8 minutes. Please also shed some light on the topic of adequate light and colour which the human eyes can adapt in night time and different climate conditions. So that folks stop perceiving that brighter and whiter the better.

[@ilgar4635]

Amazing video. The best option is 5000K more visible and also white. Thanks for the video

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes, you are right!

[@therealb888]

This video is THE BEST I HAVE SEEN ON THIS CHANNEL!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thank you!

[@patb5266]

Thank you, excellent presentation and explanation. I have 5K HID's in my projector low beams and 6K LED's in my reflector high beams. It's perfect combo as LED's are better suited to high beams with zero on/off time, plus the hint of blue gives a nice "sparkle" to combined output. I was surprised when I did a side by of the LED's versus stock halogens in how fast the LED's came on in comparison.

[@sarath.chander]

Hey bro, I also need the same combo. Can you please say the name of your HID low beam and LED high beam bulbs you use?

[@ThePentosin]

How come "all" LED kits are 6500k? Stock HID is usually something like 4300K and gives of a much nicer light to look at down the road. There should be more options. I dont like the 6500k lights, 5K would be much better for instance. But 4k and 4.5k should be available too IMHO!

[@stillon360]

@@stingcool9455 I too wanted a more natural light and went with 4500k, however in reality they seem quite blue like 5-6000k, it seems alot of people have this issue when buying these bulbs.

[@07wrxtr1]

It took me months to find a flashlight for night hikes that’s 3500k… everything else is too blue

[@tjplays3147]

this helped me so well. im happy that i dont have to go throught his color problem and brightness problem in my car. thank u for making this

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You're welcome!

[@Hilander1298]

Is there much visible difference between 4300 and 5000 HID? 4300 better for snow? Or really no noticable difference? Thnx

[@HeadlightRevolution]

There is a visible difference between the two. 4300k is more on the yellow side, where 5000k will be a pure white. 4300k will overall be better in snow conditions.

[@Domino81]

I knew the majority of info featured in this video, but I still learned quite a bit, fantastic video!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Glad we could spread some knowledge!

[@jakelish]

Awesome video! Very informative! 5:22 is comedy gold😂

[@daphlavor]

Well said Chris with this in depth analysis and explanation. I’m considering putting the yellows in my Sienna fog lamp. I’m just not 100% that it will be bright enough, I had HID 4K fog lights on my old Rav 4, and I really liked them, they were brighter than the stock headlights! Thanks

[@HeadlightRevolution]

For sure! If you are looking for a great Yellow Fog light replacement, the Yellow Supernova V.4 LEDs are a great route to consider! Link: headlightrevolution.com/search.php?search_query=yellow%20v.4&section=product If anyrthing else, a 35w 3,000k HID kit is extraordinary, especially backed up with a Lifetime Warranty. :) Link: headlightrevolution.com/gtr-lighting-35w-smart-pwm-single-beam-slim-hid-conversion-kit-5th-generation/

[@BTunaTTV_YT]

@@HeadlightRevolutioni love this simple yet very informative video of yours n i think my doubt is easy answered by the best in business (your comoany/channel) And the question i have is " is a 5 thousand k of hid the same color in led bulbs?

[@SparksForces]

Thank you so much for educating me on the difference of lights LED Halogen.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

No problem!

[@arictjlover2093]

Very few videos on KZbin are produced well. This is one of them.

[@vipergucci7523]

Great stuff! In your next video, could you compare premium LED-headlights? Like Supernova versus DeAuto LEDs'. Keep up the good work!

[@chipete1]

I'm looking for a budget-friendly LED headlight kit for a Toyota Prius(5k). that's reliable. what do you recommend?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We've got a few different options available for that vehicle, Send us an email at [e-mail] and we'll get you pointed in the right direction!

[@tahirhayat6071]

Thanks indeed for so precise and accurate information.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Of course, thank you very much for watching and learning with us!

[@icybaby210]

Great video I’m thinking of swapping 4K to 8k but I just needed to understand brightness and color scales

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Great to hear!

[@harisnollen519]

Which one is next to the blue 6000k?

[@MrFishluver]

I just bought new blacked out housing assemblies and they came with 50 watt ballasts and HIDs. The tag on the bulbs say 9006/HB4-W-HC020220. So are these my low beams and what should I expect to see more or less? I'm new to this and I'm trying to spruce up an old 04 Sebring 2dr coup.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

From the numbers you provided, they will be a 9006 bulb which will more than likely be for your low beams. You'll likely notice an improvement with those HIDs!

[@EddieAvenue]

Do hids bulbs get higher in kelvin colour after 100 hours or so?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

They do!

[@Staples-King]

You are very good at explaining

[@abdulhamid-xz4pz]

Lovely explanation!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Glad you liked it

[@JonathanGonzalez-kb6es]

Wear can i get D1s diamond white build or the closer to day light. I have some 6800k and I don’t like them. At night they are to dark

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Shoot us an email at [e-mail] and we can help you.

[@markrector8759]

Great explanation, Chris! Thanks for the K - education

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Anytime Mark! Thanks for watching.

[@acikaaca6726]

Hello! How I can know which color of Xenon bulbs are on my Opel Insignia ? They are original bulbs but on back side only I can see is Philips XenStart D1S 35W ,but I don't see how many K they are . It is very nice for driving and that is the reason why I want the same color .

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Those bulbs are 4300k in color.

[@acikaaca6726]

@@HeadlightRevolution Thank you very much !

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You're very welcome!

[@cristopherrivas5143]

Good afternoon,i would like a bright pure withe and real bright with one you think is the temperature i should get?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

5500

[@jamesalderman4162]

I've seen some Chinese imports that claim to be variable color. Are there any reputable bulbs that just have an A/B switch to switch between two colors?

[@eli3258]

I’m looking for bright light with a lil blue like the new skeptpac color for 2002 Mercedes benz c240

[@thndr_5468]

SO what color is the best?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

The best color is going to be in that 5000K-6000K range, that will be the closest to the color the sun burns at which is what our eyes have gotten used to over time! Let us know if you have any other questions, have a great day!

[@DOCTAWILSON]

Excellent video, keep up the good work!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thanks!

[@greatmystery11]

You are the Godfather of auto lighting! (; I have a 2003 Infinity G35 sedan that came with HID lights from factory.I bought LED for my low/high beam 90 W with fans, a small control driver and 360 adjustable mounting brackets.But they sent me the wrong ones 55W no fans, no control driver and no adjustments.So eventually I'll have the LEDs and HIDs together. Do you think that 90W LEDs is to much power output for my car? Will they work? Or should I go with something less powerful, such as a 55W? I'm a nube at LED auto lighting! (; Thanks for your efforts, videos and time!!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You should be good to go with that high-wattage bulb, that will get you the most amount of light output! If you have any other questions just let us know!

[@greatmystery11]

@@HeadlightRevolution Thanks a lot for replying and your advice! I will definitely take your advice! One more question. It came with HID from factory, should I swap them out for LED or just leave them at stock HID? I'm guessing that I should leave them as HIDs? Whats the point of having 2 sets of LEDs in the same headlight? I dunno! (; Thanks a lot for your time and energy! It's greatly appreciated!!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

If your vehicle came with HIDs from the factory, I would recommend sticking with that just due to the fact that the process to convert to LED would require a lot of custom wiring. If you have any otherr questions, let us know! Have a great day!

[@greatmystery11]

@@HeadlightRevolution I kinda figured that would be the case.Thanks a lot for your videos, I have learned a few things from them! (;

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Glad that these videos are helping you out! If there is anything else that we can help you with, don't hesitate to ask! Thank you for your time and have a great day!

[@brian0386]

Some cars that have hid projectors, give this purple ray at times when they’re headed the opposite direction. Especially when they go over speed bumps. This purple ray is given most by the Prius prime and I want to also give a purple ray so I’m not too sure what to choose

[@HeadlightRevolution]

What vehicle do you have? That is common when HIDs are installed in projector headlights.

[@brian0386]

Headlight Revolution I have a 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport

[@07wrxtr1]

The morimoto d2s 5.0 has wild color flicker

[@a.neemanessar4952]

I can't choose whether to get 4300k or 6000k. Please help with advice. A couple questions right off the bat, Do 6000k really make a significant hindrance during driving in wet conditions? and, Are 4300k noticeably yellow in hue?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

4300k for sure! 6000k will make it harder to see when its wet out. 4300k is a warm white and is easy on the eyes and makes it easier to see in inclement weather!

[@IfYaGotEmSmokeEm]

@@HeadlightRevolution How does 5000k rate in rain?

[@carlosmedrano3549]

@@HeadlightRevolution i do have a question on your response i drive a box truck with projectors and i drive a lot over the road mostly at night driving was and pit black roads and was wondering if you recommend going with the 4k or 5k hid options for h7 bulbs and what brand option morimoto, gtr, etc currently have h7 gtr led bulds they are bright and look good thanks 🙏

[@shijoysreedharmk]

Hi HeadlightRevolution team... You guys are doing the best. If we connect 55w ballast to 5800k 35w xenon bulb, the output will be closer to 5000k approx. So whether the rated K of the bulb remains the same. That is, afterwards, If we connect 35w ballast to the same 5800k 35w xenon bulb, the output will be 5800k itself?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Yes, a 35w ballast power will very much so produce the intended color of the bulb with minimal discoloration. :)

[@jensaint123]

Very informative and well explained.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thank you for watching!

[@miguelircontar]

Does anyone know what bulbs fit in a 2017 Nissan Sentra S bc the bulb is always to big even tho their H11’s

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You need the H11 V.4 LEDs! headlightrevolution.com/supernova-v-4-led-headlights-h11-h16-bulbs/

[@liamkim3556]

Thanks for the very helpful video. I assume that why Osram and Philips don't normally go over 6000k is because it's not bright enough. 6000k is the maximum level you can get for the best output. Especially with D3S which doesn't contain mercury in it. They can't eat and have cake at the same time. By the way, can you make the video explaining all the different measurement units when you use to talk of lamps? For example, lumen, lux, candela, and so on.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

That is a Good idea!

[@MichelOcampo]

I finally got it! Thank you now i can be a little geeky and explain this to my less geeky friends lol

[@HeadlightRevolution]

No problem at all!

[@pinakibhattacharjee6030]

Very well explained. Thank you. 😊

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thestrongestavenger1]

deserves more views

[@nithinalex99]

So like HID , 5000k LED bulb will be the Brightest ,right ?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

something between 4300k-5000k would be most desirable!

[@osterling]

Super informative video, thanks!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Haleskinn]

Reupload?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Nope, the first color video was about brightness. This video explains the Kelvin scale and how it relates to headlights

[@Haleskinn]

@@HeadlightRevolution same, but different, but still same 😅

[@oempluse822]

you guys do great work. you guys ever think about exploring other makes with projector fogs like bmw for led projectors??

[@gemboy4307ful]

Excellent video.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thank you!

[@lylebinns2645]

so in your expertise what bulb should i use to change my halogen on my 2019 ram big horn

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Check out the S-V.4! headlightrevolution.com/led-headlight-bulbs/v-4-led-headlight-bulbs/

[@JesusMartinez-wm4dk]

I can send the headlights of my truck, you can put the colored lights ?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We are not a shop unfortunately.

[@crash3ksa]

Cory can be a great actor xD

I actually preffer something just a little bit warm, 4500K maybe?

[@ComMando9100]

Great video, very informative good explanation like many other already commented here. But what if you use infrared light and replace the windshield with a big screen and a camera that sees infrared? I've seen a tram that had no side mirrors but relied only on cameras and screens. So I think it would be possible to get rid of the windshield and use cameras and also real time 3d on screen object tracking. Of course it would be less reliable and very dangerous if it fails like driving blind on a highway, so if it fails it could be electrically or manually detached and ejected with airbags in case of failure. At least you'd be able to see. Probably a completely useless but futuristic tech.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Interesting thoughts, that would be some cool futuristic tech for sure! Thanks for commenting, let us know if you have any other questions, have a good one!

[@mr.g5126]

Oh man thank you . Now i knw what i want

[@HeadlightRevolution]

No problem!

[@pencarinafkahhalal2426]

Many thanks Chris.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

You're very welcome!

[@Bluelemonzz]

Thank you for the info

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thanks for watching!

[@DaBoss86]

Thanks for this, I have a 2013 Charger RT and wanted to switch up, so I'm between 6000k and 8000k..

[@Vndrstmxtdlncr]

Which one you bought?

[@HeadlightRevolution]

6000k for sure!

[@Psyrecx]

*To me, 6000-8000k seems brightest to me, despite what the video claims.* But, my eyes don't see lights the same as a camera, or a luxmeter.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

For sure, I know what you mean! 6K is a very commonly used color too!

[@510purple]

next video should be about Corey

[@HeadlightRevolution]

😁

[@FinalFormation]

Still drives me bananas. I wish we'd just use wavelength.

[@davidhrzenjak]

And what wavelength is white?...

[@gabriels287]

Here in Brazil 6500K LED lights have become so common! Why?! I mean, it could be 5000K or 4000K... 6500K is too cool, and it's becoming the mainstream..

[@HeadlightRevolution]

People want blue lights without knowing the drawbacks of them!

[@keithw.4965]

1ST!! AS ALWAYS!!! COOL!!!

[@jakelish]

EVERY TIME!!!!! :)

[@keithw.4965]

@@jakelish EVERY TIME!!! LOL

[@anniedolls9853]

I wanna say that I would get 6000k HIDs on my Car, because I think White headlights makes your car look more Modern and Luxerious

[@HeadlightRevolution]

That is a nice look for sure

[@socarroll007]

Lower the kelvin also better to penetrate rain and dust! So I’ve heard haha

[@HeadlightRevolution]

It is true! 4,300k OEM to 3,000k Yellow excels in thicker weather conditions.

[@rudydaberry122]

0:39 I was dying 😂 hard liquor straight isn’t good

[@HeadlightRevolution]

LOL

[@rudydaberry122]

@@HeadlightRevolution seems like he didn’t enjoy it or he was joking

[@Osamabeenleanin210]

"Yaayyy science!!"

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Oh yeah!

[@JTNaise]

This is hot stuff.

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Thank you!

[@JTNaise]

@@HeadlightRevolution Thank you for superb explaination👍🏼

[@EXCELSIOR_INC]

I would like bulbs as strong as the sun to put daylight in the front of my car

[@HeadlightRevolution]

We have got you covered, shoot us an email! [e-mail]

[@HexlGaming]

So ideally you should run 6000k; or something closely around that...

[@HexlGaming]

or what's exactly the middle of the spectrum; if the sun's 5800k, then 6000k should be closest..?!

[@HeadlightRevolution]

Depends what you're looking for. The best performance will be just below 5k. Anything higher is a little more aesthetically pleasing.

[@silaslai5913]

Just want know on ice road all5000 &3000

[@HeadlightRevolution]

5000 will be great for every day driving, and 3000 would be great for inclement weather like on icy roads!