Sylvania 9006SU/BP SilverStar ULTRA High Performance Headlight Bulbs (Low-Beam), Pack of 2

by Sylvania

Product Features

• Plug and play orientation means that SilverStar Ultra bulbs can be installed as easily as standard halogen bulbs
• 100% street legal and the whitest and brightest headlight currently available
• Up to 40% increased down-road visibility and rated at up to 50% brighter light than standard halogen headlight bulbs
• Increases side-road (peripheral) visibility by approximately 50%
• Includes 2 Sylvania 9006SU BP 128V, 55W SilverStar Ultra High Performance halogen headlights

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 2.1 x 6.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000M5Y720
• Item model number: 9006SU BP
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (161 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #77 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #3 in Automotive > Replacement Parts > Lighting & Electrical > Lighting > Lamps > Headlights
  • #4 in Automotive > Exterior Accessories > Lights & Lighting Accessories

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Sylvania's SilverStar Ultra product line of halogen headlight bulbs are the ultimate choice for professionals and do-it-yourselfers who want and/or need to provide the whitest and brightest automotive lighting option possible to vehicles that they are servicing. The SilverStar Ultra 9006SU BP twin-pack contains two high performance halogen headlight bulbs which feature dramatic improvements over standard halogen bulbs, including up to 50% brighter light, 40% increased down-road visibility and up to 50% increased side-road visibility. The whitest, brightest headlight available. View larger. See farther, wider and more clearly. View larger. Why You Should Upgrade to SilverStar Ultra It is an accepted fact that headlights can dim over time by 20% or more. When this dimming occurs, timely replacement of halogen bulbs can instantly increase lighting performance and resulting visibility, but all halogen bulbs are not created equal. The more light you can spread on the road, the better the visibility. With this in mind any driver looking to replace or upgrade their headlights should consider Sylvania's SilverStar Ultra line of halogen headlights bulbs. With a color temperature rated at 4100K (Kelvin), the level of whiteness of the light put out by SilverStar Ultra bulbs is close to that of an approximation of natural daylight at noon (4870K). Their level of brightness, the amount of light able to be reflected in a particular direction(s) or on particular spots, is also exceptionally high. Together these factors make SilverStar Ultra bulbs the whitest and brightest halogen headlights currently available. This increased lighting performance allows for dramatic improvements over standard halogen bulbs in various areas, including up to a 40% increase in down-road visibility, side-road visibility improvements up to 50% and overall increased brightness levels of light up to 50%. The result is a halogen bulb that allows drivers to see farther, wider and more clearly. Combine this with the SilverStar Ultra's D.I.Y. friendly plug and play installation, and you have a product line of bulbs that are a clear choice for any replacement or upgrade project. Key Features: The whitest and brightest headlight currently available. Up to 40% increased down-road visibility. Increases side-road (peripheral) visibility by approximately 50%. Up to 50% brighter light. "Plug and play" orientation means that SilverStar Ultra bulbs can be installed as easily as standard halogen bulbs. Includes 2 Sylvania 9006SU BP 12.8V, 55W SilverStar Ultra High Performance halogen headlights. The Sylvania Global Care Program Global Care is a Sylvania company-wide program that represents their commitment to social and environmental responsibility worldwide. As a leader in innovative lighting solutions, Sylvania is not only dedicated to the performance value of their products, but also the processes associated with them that contribute to solving global sustainability challenges, address economic needs and protect the environment for today and for the future. Within the SilverStar Ultra product line this commitment touches on a variety of areas ranging from the an extensive use of recycled packaging materials to environmentally responsible manufacturing procedures. What's in the Box 2 pack of Sylvania 9006SU BP SilverStar Ultra High Performance halogen headlights. About Osram Sylvania Osram Sylvania is a leader in solutions that feature innovative design and energy saving technology. The company sells products for homes, businesses and vehicles primarily under the Sylvania brand name, and also under the Osram brand. Headquartered in Danvers, Mass., Osram Sylvania is the North American operation of Osram GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Siemens AG.

Product Description

Sylvania SilverStar Ultra High Performance Halogen Headlight is fashioned for brighter and whiter light. It has dual filament for both high beam and low beam. This operates with internal gas pressure which significantly reduces the rate of tungsten evaporation. Its analogous non-halogen incandescent lamp operates the same filament temperature with greater luminance and efficiency. This combined effect of higher pressure and the halogen cycle give halogen lamp much longer life.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

175 of 182 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars These bulbs have very short lives, August 29, 2008

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Regnut (Mass) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sylvania 9006SU/BP SilverStar ULTRA High Performance Headlight Bulbs (Low-Beam), Pack of 2 (Automotive)

ALL the DOT-legal high output bulbs achieve higher output by overdriving the filiments, which reduces bulb life. They have to do this because the DOT puts limits on wattage. The only exception are HID and HIR bulbs, which use new technology to get more light out of less watts.

According to Sylvania:
"Since our SilverStar(r) ULTRA
headlights are up to 50% brighter than standard halogen, they will have
a shorter life span when compared to our other products. Part number
9005SU will last for approximately 125 hours of "on time", 200 hours for
part 9006SU."

For comparison, standard Halogens are rated at 1000/350 hours low/high. Use the S

If you want good lights on a 9006/9005 car, get some Toshiba 911 and 912 HIR bulbs. They'll cost you about $15 more than the Silverstars Ultras, put out more light... and last 5 times as long!

67 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sylvania 9006SU BP TWIN Silverstar Ultra, Twin Pack, October 20, 2007

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Walter D. Stansky "walt28" (Farmingdale, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sylvania 9006SU/BP SilverStar ULTRA High Performance Headlight Bulbs (Low-Beam), Pack of 2 (Automotive)

As I reach my 60th year on this earth, I have found my "night vision" while driving to be less then optimal! Because of that I wanted to have better lighting from my vehicle's headlight's. I also wanted to be in compliance within all 50 states while accomplishing this lighting task.

After a bit of investigation online I decided that the Sylvania 9006SU BP TWIN Silverstar Ultra, Twin Pack was the right choice for me.

I have not been disappointed in that choice. Everything touted about the lamps has been truthful, and I'm glad I did make the switch from the OEM lamps to these.

I suggest anyone needing a similar improvement for their night time driving do the same!

37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Excellent light, horrible product life., January 5, 2008

By 

J. Fukuda (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sylvania 9006SU/BP SilverStar ULTRA High Performance Headlight Bulbs (Low-Beam), Pack of 2 (Automotive)

The Sylvania Silverstar Ultra bulbs are the best auto headlamps I've ever used. They are as bright as you're going to get without upgrading to high-intensity lights. My primary concern, is the life of the product. My first set lasted 8 months, and I don't have day running lights and I assume I use them as any other average/reasonable driver. I was unhappy with that set, so I researched more on Sylvania-Osram's website and they have posted on their website a description that says these specific lights do not last as long as less bright lights. That makes since, but 8 months?!?!

Their customer service was excellent and sent me a new set immediately after my complaint. Before installing the new Ultra's, I put in Sylvania's lights that are one step below these, but are still supposed to be relatively bright. Those were pretty good, but also only last 8 months. I'm now back to the Ultra's that they sent me, but after that...I'm not sure if I want to spend $40 - $50 ever 8 months.