chem0

I was wondering how strong our Bi-Xenon headlamps are... they're measured in kW as well aren't they?! Does anybody have some figures??

steph280

They are Philips 4300 kelvin bulbs with Hella ballast in Hella housing. The light intensity is measured in luminus but I forgot the exact rating. The power rating is 35watts. Some people upgrade the bulb to 6000 kelvin for the blueish tint, supposedly with lower intensity. But still bright enough to damage your eyes if you stare at it long enough.

There are some new bulbs claimed to be 50 watts which are brighter, but long term effect to ballast and wiring is unknown at this point.

chem0

thank you very much
heres a link i found based on your responce
http://www.xenonvalot.com/boost.html

littlehandegan

I know I am bringing this thread from the grave, BUT

Do 2005-2006 e55's have Xenons stanndard, if not what package are they in?

tscales

They did not have them standard. I don't know if they were in a package or stand-alone.

HeissRod

Xenons came in the 319 Lighting package with Headlight Control Active and high-pressure headlamps cleaners.