The procedures contained in this specification cover the laboratory testing of replaceable halogen incandescent bulbs for use in automotive road illumination. The following tests are intended to be run under the following conditions.

New bulb design

Design or process change made to an existing bulb, which could affect the outcome of the test

The completion of one calendar year, accept as noted in the following Test Schedule Table.

Test Title

Yearly

Physical Dimensions

X

Mean Spherical Candela (MSCD)

X

External Visual Examination

X

Color

X

Leak /Sealability Through Terminals and Seals

X

Deflection

X

Fluid Compatibility

Terminal Retention

X

Resonant Frequencies

Aged Resonant Frequency

Salt Spray

Outgassing Temperatures Requirement

Laboratory Life at 14.0 VDC

X

Luminous Intensity Maintenance

Vibration Durability

Shock

Aged Vibration Durability

Terminal Requirements

DRL (SAE J2087)