{"product_id":"diode-dynamics-hylux-d2-hid-ballast","title":"Diode Dynamics HYLUX D2 HID Ballast","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are 2A88 CANBUS 35 watt HID ballasts with D2-connector from HYLuxTEK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith true OEM-grade manufacturing, these ballasts are intended to perform for years, with absolutely zero failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have a D2 OEM HID setup with a failed ballast, you can purchase one of these to get back up and running at a fraction of the cost of a new ballast from the dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll simply need to tap the positive and negative input wires into the power wires powering your original ballast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ballast should be used only with D2 bulbs (D2S, D2R, D2C, etc).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have a D1 bulb, or a standard aftermarket AMP HID size such as 9006, H1, or H11, please use our AMP or D1 ballast instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost ballasts these days run with digital signal processing (DSP).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis allows for a much smoother and more reliable power output, faster warmup, and longer bulb life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, most digital ballasts still use standardized computing chips to process the information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is very cost-efficient to use standard chips off the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstead, the HYLux uses a computing chip designed specifically for the purpose of running an HID bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is known as an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile this is much more expensive than a generic chip, it allows the HYLux ballast to operate with extremely high efficiency and performance, far exceeding that of any generic ballast on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ballast is fully sealed in electrically-safe sealant material, known in the industry as potting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's not just coated like cheaper ballasts, instead, it is filled to the brim, making the ballast completely waterproof and shockproof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ballast will make a humming noise during operation- most assume this is bad, but actually, it is primarily a result of microscopic air pockets resonating inside, audible proof that the ballast is completely airtight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the OEM-grade 23kV igniter, which is also fully waterproof, this ballast will strike the bulb perfectly, every single time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt will function in even the coldest of environments, with a rated minimum operating temperature of -40 degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ballast has a CANBUS module, which is designed to provide extra resistance to the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is required for operation in many newer vehicles, as they may otherwise shut off power to your headlights, due to the lower power consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CANBUS module also regulates the power input, to prevent errors with PWM signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is that?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWell, many newer vehicles use pulse-width-modulation (PWM) to drive headlights, which basically flickers standard halogen bulbs on and off very quickly, to extend bulb life and lower power consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt works great for traditional filament bulbs, but HIDs require constant power to run reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CANBUS module smooths the input signal into a constant power supply to the ballast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has been tested and is effective with PWM signals up to 100hZ, which is within range of PWM systems in most US-market vehicles, such as Dodge, VW, BMW, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using high-quality aftermarket bulbs with this ballast, such as CNLight, or an OEM-grade bulb such as Philips or OSRAM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, if you have any random, cheap bulb that is in working condition, this ballast will drive it perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour order includes: 1 HYLux 2A88 CANBUS HID Ballast with sturdy D2 terminal Diode Dynamics 3-Year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diode Dynamics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51723772559642,"sku":"DDYDD1004S","price":105.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/8942\/8506\/files\/61zs7lDBieL.jpg?v=1771636429","url":"https:\/\/trybeepbeep.com\/products\/diode-dynamics-hylux-d2-hid-ballast","provider":"TryBeepbeep","version":"1.0","type":"link"}