Hella LED H7/~H18 Retrofit Easy Install (Pair)
R1,095.00
Upgrade your headlights in minutes — Hella H7/H18 LED retrofit kit delivers crisp, road-legal beam pattern, cooler running aluminium heatsink, and plug-and-play installation. Bright, reliable, and engineered for precise cutoffs. Sold as a pair.
Description
Bring Hella quality to your headlights
Replace dim, yellow halogens with a modern, high-performance LED retrofit from Hella. The Hella LED H7 / H18 Retrofit kit is built around a compact, precision-machined LED module and a high-efficiency aluminium heatsink so you get consistent light output, controlled beam pattern and a long service life.
Why choose this kit?
- True retrofit optics: LED emitter placement and housing fit are designed to match the original filament location for correct beam pattern in most housings.
- Easy to install: Plug the bulb into the stock H7/H18 socket and secure — most installs take 10–20 minutes.
- Reliable cooling: Passive CNC aluminium heatsink keeps LEDs within safe temperatures without noisy fans.
- Road-friendly light: Bright, white light with a defined cutoff helps you see further while minimising glare for other drivers.
What’s in the box
- 2 × Hella H7/H18 LED retrofit bulbs
- 2 × sealing O-rings
- Quick start installation leaflet
Note: Some vehicles with advanced CANBus systems or bulb monitoring may show a warning or flicker. In those cases an add-on anti-flicker / error cancellor (not included) may be required.
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Plug & Play H7 / H18 LED retrofit pair — installs into standard H7/H18 housings.
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Precise beam control engineered for sharp cutoff and even hotspot — reduces glare to oncoming traffic.
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High-output LED chips for crisp white light with excellent road illumination.
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CNC machined aluminium body and integrated heatsink for efficient thermal management.
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Compact design fits most reflector and projector housings.
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Low power draw, long life LEDs — durable and vibration resistant.
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Quick install — no cutting, no complex wiring; typically replaces stock bulb directly.
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Includes rubber O-ring sealing for weather resistance.
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Compatible with many vehicles; may require Canbus adapter for bulb error codes in some makes.
| Specification | Detail |
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| Bulb Type | H7 / H18 LED retrofit (pair) |
| Light Source | High-power SMD LED chips |
| Colour Temperature | ~6000 K (bright white) — check product label |
| Luminous Flux | Manufacturer spec (enter exact lm when available) |
| Power Consumption | Typically ~25–35W per bulb (confirm spec) |
| Voltage | 9–32V DC (suitable for 12V vehicle electrical systems) |
| Cooling | CNC aluminium heatsink (passive) |
| Housing Material | Aluminium + high-temp polymer components |
| Ingress Protection | Weather-resistant sealing (check IP rating) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C (typical range for automotive LEDs) |
| Lifespan | Up to 20,000+ hours (typical LED lifetime) |
| Certification | Conforms to Hella manufacturing standards (fitment/regulations vary by region) |
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Fits vehicles that use H7 or H18 bulbs for low or high beam (check owner’s manual or current bulb).
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Compatible with most projector and reflector headlamp housings — pay attention to available socket depth and dust cap clearance.
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May require small rotation to align the emitter for correct cutoff (refer to installation notes).
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Vehicles with CANBus bulb monitoring might require an error cancellor / load resistor (sold separately) to prevent warnings or flicker.
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Park vehicle on level ground, switch off engine and headlights; allow components to cool.
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Open bonnet and locate headlamp dust cover / access port behind the headlamp.
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Remove the dust cap and unplug the factory H7/H18 bulb connector.
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Twist and remove the old bulb from the lamp holder (follow vehicle manual).
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Fit the supplied O-ring and insert the Hella LED retrofit bulb into the holder. Align emitter orientation for correct cutoff (if needed).
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Connect the vehicle connector to the LED bulb. Ensure a secure connection and that wires are routed clear of hot/moving parts.
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Refit dust cap and test lights. Check beam pattern and adjust aim if necessary.
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If the vehicle reports a bulb error or flickering occurs, consider a CANBus adapter or anti-flicker module.
Estimated install time: 10–30 minutes per side, depending on vehicle access.
Q: Are these road legal?
A: Road legality depends on local laws and whether the retrofit maintains a permitted beam pattern in your housing. Many countries require purpose-built LED headlamps or E-marked retrofit kits. Check local regulations.
Q: Will these fit all H7 sockets?
A: They are designed for standard H7/H18 sockets, but physical space behind the lamp or dust cap design can vary — check your vehicle’s clearance.
Q: Do I need to replace both bulbs at once?
A: For even light and colour matching, we recommend replacing bulbs as a pair — this product is sold as a pair.
Q: Can I use them for DRL or fog lamps?
A: Use only in the lamp positions specified by the vehicle manufacturer. H7 is commonly used for low/high beam; H18 is sometimes used in fog or low beam — check fitment.
Q: My car shows a dashboard bulb warning after fitting — help?
A: Many modern cars monitor bulb load. A CANBus adapter or resistors may be required to eliminate warnings. Contact us with vehicle make/model/year and we’ll advise.
