Can you put HID in reflector housing?

Yes, there are correct ways to retrofit HIDs into your car that came with reflector housings. If you have done this, thank you and good job. If you have OEM projectors and have put HIDs in, then you’re fine as well.

Do HIDs work in reflector headlights?

HIDs will also work very well in reflector headlights but they will not be as bright as LEDs and the installation is slightly more complicated. If you are looking to upgrade to LED headlights but your car has projector headlights, you will not get the desired results and we strongly recommend considering HID lights.

Do LED lights work in reflector housings?

To put it simply, yes. LEDs can be used in reflector headlights BUT (and it’s a big but) if you’re upgrading the bulb, you also need to upgrade the reflector bowl. Unlike halogens, an LED will not illuminate the reflector surface evenly.

Can you put HID bulbs in halogen reflector headlights?

‘ The short answer is yes, but you’ll need to use an HID Conversion Kit. Xenon HIDs won’t fit into spaces that are designed for halogen bulbs, and vice versa.

Are HID or LED better for projector headlights?

LEDs are a brighter, more efficient alternative to HID and halogen bulbs in vehicle headlights. But LED bulbs can only be used in projector headlights and continue to be unsafe to use in reflector headlights.

What’s the difference between projector and reflector headlights?

Because projector headlights are directed downwards towards the road, they don’t shine in other drivers’ eyes. Projector headlights give off a more even light. Reflector headlights can have darker spots. HID bulbs are too bright when used in reflector headlights, where the light they emit can blind other drivers.

Can you touch LED headlights?

Since LEDs produce light through electroluminescence rather than heat, it is fine to touch them with bare hands. That being said, it’s best not to handle them any more than absolutely need to.