OSRAM Automotive H1 Lamps

OSRAM Automotive H1 Lamps – H1 halogen headlight bulbs

When you see “H1” in a vehicle headlight spec, you’re looking at the single-filament halogen lamp format used across many cars. The OSRAM H1 family covers standard replacement, performance upgrades and fleet-use variants. Keywords: osram automotive h1 lamps, osram h1 halogen bulbs, osram car headlight h1, osram replacement h1 lighting.

OSRAM H1 – Technical overview and why it still matters

The H1 bulb uses a P14.5s base (one spade terminal + ground through the base Its nominal specification under ECE R37 is 55 W at 12 V, with luminous flux around 1,550 lm ±15 % when tested at 13.2 V. 
Specifically for OSRAM’s “Original Line H1”:

• Voltage: nominal 12 V. 
• Wattage: nominal 55 W. 
• Luminous flux: ~1,550 lm.
• Colour temperature: ~3,200 K (warm-white halogen tone)
• Service life (typical): 400 h (B3) / 650 h (Tc).

Why H1 still matters: many vehicles use H1 in dipped beam, high beam or auxiliary lights. Using a correct specification OSRAM H1 ensures optical beam alignment, correct filament geometry, and regulatory compliance

OSRAM H1 – Key selection criteria for procurement

When specifying or stocking OSRAM H1 lamps, check the following:

• Voltage & vehicle system: Most passenger cars are 12 V. If working on heavy vehicles (24 V) ensure correct H1 24 V variant.
• Wattage & heat load: Standard 55 W H1 corresponds to certain reflector/optics. Higher-wattage variants (>55 W) may require review of connector temperature and housing.
• Beam pattern and housing compatibility: The filament and bulb geometry define the beam; using non-matched type may degrade optical performance.
• Batch/brand authenticity: OSRAM products should carry original markings; counterfeit bulbs reduce lifespan and intensity.
• Maintenance & stocking: Halogen bulbs require periodic replacement; keep mainline part (Original Line) and performance upgrade variants (e.g., “Night Breaker”) in stock if servicing multiple vehicle models.
• Regulatory compliance: The H1 lamp must meet ECE R37 (or local equivalent) when used on public roads. 

Common mistakes to avoid:

• Using a 12 V H1 bulb in a 24 V system (or vice versa) — leads to under/over-run and early failure.
• Substituting a non-OEM filament geometry bulb — beam cutoff and glare may suffer.
• Ignoring heat in sealed or plastic reflector housings — halogen generates significant heat; ensure connector and harness are intact.
• Relying solely on “more lumens” upgrades without verifying legal fitment and optics.

OSRAM H1 – Product range and variants

• OSRAM Original Line H1 (12 V, 55 W): baseline replacement, OEM-spec. OSRAM H1 halogen bulb
• OSRAM Night Breaker / Cool Blue / Silver Star (H1): performance or aesthetic variants offering higher output or whiter light. Example: “Night Breaker Unlimited” H1.
• 24 V H1 variants (for trucks/buses): OSRAM offers 24 V/70 W H1 for heavy vehicles.

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