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Old Jun 19, 2016 | 09:54 AM
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Default Re: Weisslicht LED Headlights?

Originally Posted by ala_xfire
The problem I see with any of the H7 LED bulbs is the need for ventilation, be it by fan or the coiled metal heat dissipaters. This leaves the housing open, looks like an invitation to moisture buildup.
Which builds up the most heat during operation a regular H7 or the LED version? Our H7 bulbs are sealed in the housing, the heat produced is in the front of it.
If LED is more efficient then it has to produce less heat for the same light output. With the heat produced in the front of the housing or less heat in the rear of it which is best, I cannot say myself.
You certainly want to keep them sealed away from moisture as they supposedly are now.
 
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