Tuesday, June 10, 2014

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Light-emitting diode (LED) lights are fast gaining popularity as indispensable materials for vehicles. What does it have that the more common incandescent light bulbs don’t? Let’s find out.

Long life
LEDs are found to last over 100,000 hours compared to a meager 3,000 hours for conventional incandescent bulbs. Such longevity enables vehicle owners to reduce the hassles of regular checking and replacement. To add to the perks, LEDs are backed by warranties that last between 2 to 5 years.

Energy efficiency
Unlike their counterparts, LEDs require a much lower amperage to operate, saving a considerable amount of energy. Also, the minimal energy requirement allows it to operate cooler, safely touchable even during operation.

Maximum visibility
With their faster rise time (time required to reach full light intensity), LEDs can be seen much better in the distance compared to their incandescent counterparts. This allows for a major safety advantage as other drivers can see LED lights flashing from greater distances.

Vibration and water resistance

LEDs do not have delicate filaments that can be screwed up when exposed to shock and vibration. This is a big problem with smaller trailers that lack shock absorbers. Also, conventional glass bulbs are prone to shatter if they get wet while hot – not LEDs. In fact, trailers with LEDs can actually be submerged in water without the need to be concerned about busted bulbs. 

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