Bulb Basics

9005 Bulb Basics

The 9005 bulb is a high-beam light. The LED type can light up a massive amount of area and provide a superior illumination. Sometimes, the 9005 light bulb is also used for fog lamps. 

In general, the 9005 bulb is used on the highway and the LED type can offer a long lifespan. It’s also quite directional, ensuring that the light beam goes right where you need it. However, this additional intensity can provide much more power than the other bulbs. You also have to be careful not to use it when there’s oncoming traffic, because the beam can be blinding. 

9006 Bulbs Basics

The 9006 is a low beam headlight. It looks like it has a similar socket design to the 9005, but it’s a different bulb. 9006 bulbs are designed to provide a low-beam light output, so they aren’t as bright as the 9005. 

The 9006 should have lower wattage than the 9005 uses, and the longevity is dependent on the model light you purchase. However, there are a lot of options out there because the 9006 bulb is very popular. You can get long-lasting LED bulbs to fit almost any make and model. You can also purchase a bulb that has a low heat output for a more efficient operation. However, the 9006 cannot be used as a fog lamp light; it’s only meant for low beams. 

H11 Bulbs Basics

The H11 bulb contains an L-shaped design, so it’s very different from the 9005 and 9006 bulbs. Its primary purpose is to serve as a low beam headlight. However, it can also be used as a fog light in some applications. 

The LED H11 bulb can have a significant lifespan. It can also have a significantly lower heat output than other bulbs.