How to Replace HID Lamps with LED HID Bulbs for metal halide fixtures

Today, I’d like to share a practical case of how our LED HID bulb replaced a traditional HID street lamp. This project highlights how you can achieve LED HID replacement efficiently while saving energy, reducing maintenance costs, and maintaining excellent lighting performance.

The Problem with Traditional HID Lamps

Traditional HID lamps are still commonly used for street lighting in towns and villages across Europe. While these lamps were considered efficient years ago, they come with significant drawbacks:

High Power Consumption: The client’s HID lamp consumed 125W per unit, leading to costly electricity bills.
Short Lifespan: The client reported that these lamps needed to be replaced annually, adding to maintenance costs and downtime.
Outdated Technology: HID lamps lack modern features like integrated surge protection, which can lead to frequent failures in harsh conditions.

Our client wanted to retain the original lamp housing while upgrading to a LED HID bulb that matched or exceeded the brightness, lasted longer, and saved energy.

Why Choose LED HID Bulbs?

Replacing traditional HID lamps with LED HID retrofit bulbs is a smart move for both energy savings and lighting performance. Here’s why:

1. Energy Efficiency

Our 35W LED HID bulb provides the same brightness as a 125W HID lamp, reducing energy consumption by over 70%. For a street with multiple lamps, this translates to substantial electricity savings annually.

2. Longer Lifespan

With a lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, LED HID bulbs last at least five times longer than traditional HID lamps. This minimizes replacement frequency and lowers overall maintenance costs.

3. Simple Installation

The LED HID light is designed as a plug-and-play solution. It features an integrated LED driver, supports AC90-277V input, and includes 6KV surge protection, making installation straightforward after removing the ballast.

4. Environmentally Friendly

Unlike HID lamps, which may contain hazardous materials like mercury, LED HID retrofit bulbs are eco-friendly. Their superior energy efficiency also reduces carbon emissions.

The Simple 3-Step Replacement Process

Here’s how we replaced the client’s HID lamps with LED HID bulbs in just three steps:

Step 1: Select the Right LED HID Bulb

We determined that our 35W LED HID bulb was a perfect match for the 125W HID lamp in terms of brightness. Its size was also compatible with the existing lamp housing.

Step 2: Remove the Ballast

Traditional HID lamps rely on a ballast to regulate current, which is unnecessary for our LED HID bulbs. Removing the ballast simplifies the circuit, reduces energy losses, and improves overall efficiency.

Step 3: Install the LED HID Bulb

Once the ballast was removed, the LED bulb was simply installed into the lamp housing. Its compact design and integrated driver made installation quick and easy.

LED HID Bulb Performance

After the replacement, we evaluated the performance of the new LED HID lamp:

Energy Savings: The power consumption dropped by over 70%, from 125W to just 35W.
Brightness: The LED bulb delivered consistent, high-quality light with no flickering.
Reliability: With its 6KV surge protection and advanced heat dissipation, the LED bulb provided stable, long-lasting performance.

HID vs. LED HID Bulbs: What’s the Difference?

When upgrading traditional lighting systems, it’s essential to understand the key differences between HID lamps and LED HID bulbs. Here’s a detailed comparison:

Feature	HID Lamps	LED HID Bulbs
Energy Efficiency	High power consumption (e.g., 125W)	Low power consumption (e.g., 35W, saving over 70%)
Lifespan	Short lifespan (~10,000 hours)	Long lifespan (~50,000 hours)
Brightness	High initial brightness, but significant lumen depreciation over time	Consistent brightness throughout lifespan
Maintenance	Requires frequent replacements	Minimal maintenance due to longer lifespan
Environmental Impact	Contains hazardous materials like mercury	Eco-friendly, no harmful materials
Compatibility	Requires ballast for operation	Direct connection after ballast removal
Cost	Lower initial cost but higher operational costs	Higher initial cost but significant long-term savings

Why Upgrade to LED HID Bulbs?

Switching to LED HID bulbs ensures significant energy savings, reduced maintenance, and a better lighting experience. They are designed to directly replace HID lamps with minimal adjustments, making them an ideal choice for retrofitting projects like streetlights and industrial lighting.

Why Choose ANTSILIT for Your LED HID Replacement?

At ANTSILIT, we specialize in delivering high-performance LED lighting solutions tailored to your needs. Here’s why you can trust us for your next LED HID retrofit project:

1. Premium Quality

Our LED HID bulbs undergo rigorous testing to ensure reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance with international certifications like CE and RoHS.

2. Tailored Solutions

We provide customized recommendations based on your lighting needs, ensuring seamless compatibility and optimal performance.

3. Proven Experience

With thousands of successful HID replacement projects worldwide, we’ve built a reputation for excellence, particularly in Europe and other markets.

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