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High Intensity Discharge (HID)/Xenon Lighting

high intensity discharge lighting HID/xenon lighting

High Intensity Discharge (HID) / Xenon Lighting utilizes the light of a plasma discharge arc to generate light. Each lamp contains an HID light source, electronic ballast, an optical reflector and lens. Instead of a glowing filament (contained in traditional Halogen sources), a high voltage charge from the igniter causes an arc to light between the electrodes of the light source. The blue-white light that is produced provides optimal illumination for driving, enabling the driver to see more clearly.

Visteon's High Intensity Discharge (HID)/Xenon Lighting delivers a wide, well-defined beam pattern for improved illumination using less power compared to conventional Halogen-based headlamps.

Benefits

  • Offers more illumination and improves visibility through a wider beam pattern and light distribution compared to Halogen.
  • Permits a high-tech styling appearance for brand differentiation through complex reflector or projector optics.
  • Generates cost, packaging and power consumption savings by eliminating the additional high-beam source.
  • Maintains lamp performance in adverse conditions (weather, road grime, etc.) and optimal position of light for driver and oncoming traffic through the washer system and lamp-leveling system.