Diode Dynamics 9012 SL1 LED Headlight Single

Aftermarket or OEM If you're looking to improve visibility on your vehicle at night, you've probably found many options for LED upgrades. Most bulbs on the market are too big to install, don't work with the electrical system, and have no focus or hotspot in the beam pattern. Even if they come close on those aspects, they still aren't anything close to the quality you would find with factory-installed lighting. Like most aftermarket products, most LED bulbs are not engineered and tested for long-term reliability.
With the SL1 LED, Diode Dynamics set out to engineer a true OEM-grade solution. With its compact size, optically correct output, flow-simulated cooling, and boost-mode electrical circuit, our SL1 LED patented design is a properly-engineered solution that finally provides a true upgrade in performance, with high reliability: and it's tested and validated to meet those standards, just like OEM lighting.
Compact Size. Your order includes two bulbs, to replace the factory bulbs in your vehicle. The bulbs are compact in size, in a patented design that isn't much bigger than the original halogen bulb. The drivers are compact too! If you have a sealed headlamp, they are designed to fit inside. The drivers and bulbs are tested to last over time, even when sealed inside with the heat of the headlamp. Please note that if you are replacing a high beam / DRL bulb, the DRL function may no longer work, depending on your vehicle.
Street Legal Output. Don't be fooled by high lumen numbers or projector specific bulbs. Your vehicle's headlights are designed as a system, to focus light. If the light source in that system is out of focus, it doesn't matter how bright it is. You won't have a focused hotspot of light to shine down the road, you'll just have more glare. To correct this, the SL1 LED headlight bulb was engineered with advanced optical design software, which simulates each ray of light in a process known as ray tracing. Using this tool, our engineers perfectly matched the filament location, allowing the SL1 LED to focus light just like your original bulb, preserving the focus and hotspot, with no added glare. It produces a functional pattern on the road, with a stronger hotspot for added distance. This is a safe, functional output, in compliance with photometric standards, which we call Street Legal.
Daytime Running Light. Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) are lights that illuminate when the vehicle is running, and when all other lights are turned off. Some vehicles use the high beam bulb as the daytime running light. If your vehicle uses voltage drop for the DRL signal, the SL1 will operate at full brightness. If your vehicle uses PWM for the DRL signal, the SL1 will operate at a reduced brightness level just like your factory halogen bulb would.
Tested to Perform. We test the SL1 bulb in factory headlamps, and measure the entire beam pattern using specialized equipment. It's an elaborate affair: a headlight is mounted to a computer-controlled rotating head called a goniometer. Light shines down a tunnel, where a sensor collects data as the headlight is rotated. The entire beam pattern is mapped, and we compare the total output to the original halogen, confirming that the SL1 bulb shines more light in the hotspot, without adding extra glare on the road. The test results speak for themselves: in most lamps, like the 2015 F-150 Halogen lamp, there is 30-70 percent more light in the critical hotspot, with no added glare or spread of light. With proper optical engineering, testing, and validation in the application, we can assure correct optical performance.
Staying Cool. You may have seen bulbs that use large straps for cooling, or big fans that just make noise. These bulbs still run hot, pushing the LEDs past their limits, resulting in degradation of output after a few months. When it comes to cooling, proper engineering is required to efficiently remove heat from the bulb. In the SL1, it comes together as a whole system that was extensively tested, with dozens of iterations to achieve the best cooling performance possible. It includes a direct-solder copper core board, thermal phase-change interface material, and thermally-modeled zinc casting get heat to the base, where base fins are designed for aerodynamic performance in conjunction with the flow rate and pressure of the Sunon bearingless microfan. The result is a highly-effective and reliable cooling system, keeping the bulb running at maximum potential.
Fitment. With its patented design, the SL1 LED fits where other bulbs won't, without cutting or modification. There's no hanging metal straps, just a compact bulb that plugs right in, with an exclusive reinforced shroud to keep the heat off any other components or wiring. Only slightly larger than a standard halogen bulb, it fits behind dust caps and in tight spaces. The driver and bulb are tested to function when sealed inside the headlamp - no worries about heat buildup! The base sizes on the bulb are also are keyed for exact applications, not one-size-fits-all, and the compact driver easily tucks away.
Driven. Rather than a simple buck regulator found on other bulbs, the SL1 uses a unique boost-mode circuit, which prevents thermal imbalance in the LEDs over time - again, just like you would find in OEM LEDs. It also has transient protection for long life in automotive circuits. Diode Dynamics engineers also analyzed dozens of OEM electrical systems, and added current-monitoring circuitry to mimic the electrical characteristic of halogen bulbs, drastically reducing the need for CAN-BUS adapters (though they're still needed on some applications).
Reliability. Every part of the SL1 LED was designed for reliability, from the custom wiring with strain reliefs and solderless terminals, to the exclusive zinc castings, to the reinforced high-temperature PP-GF plastics (the same used in halogen bulb bases). Each component was designed and tested, with dozens of variations of each component reviewed until we achieved the maximum performance possible. Finally, the SL1 was put through its paces in our environmental testing chambers - where the bulb successfully performed through dozens of thermal cycles, from -40 through 85 degrees Celsius (-40 to 185F). Whether you're in the Sahara or northern Canada, the SL1 will keep performing for years, and is backed by a three year warranty.
Experience. After over a decade in business, Diode Dynamics is one of the most trusted names in automotive LED lighting. We directly manufacture and engineer our own products in the United States, allowing for higher quality and performance, with the newest and brightest LED technology. No matter what you're driving, we pride ourselves in offering only the best possible LED solutions.Features

9012 SL1 LED Headlight Single
Low or high beam LED headlight replacement
Correct optical focus for increased output with no added glare
Perfect 9012 fitment, no modification needed
Designed and validated to OEM lighting standards
Engineered and Manufactured in USA

What's Included

Quantity: Single or Pair
Warranty: 3 year warranty
Return Policy: 30-day Return with no restocking fee
100 percent Satisfaction Guarantee

Fitment

Bulb Size: 9012 DRL Function: Operates at full brightness for DRL

Specifications

Measured Lumens: 1630 (per bulb)
Color Temp (CCT): 5700K
Power (watts): 20.2
Operating Voltage: 5-16V
Current (amps at 13.2V): 1.58
Polarity: Polarity Specific
Operating Temperature: -40C to 85C (-40F to 185F)
LED Emitter: Luxeon Z ES
Connector(s): OEM-Size Plug and Play
Driver Features: External, Waterproof, Constant Current
Driver Dimensions: 2.19 Inch x 1.13 Inch x 0.56 Inch
Materials: Copper PCB, PP-TD30 Base, Zinc Heatsink
Cooling: Active, Mag-Lev Microfan
Compliance Ratings: FMVSS108 Beam Pattern, SAE J575 Durability Test
Patent: US D824052

Returns
Our policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately, we can’t offer you a refund or exchange. Please send an email to sales@jdmuscleusa.com or use our return portal located at the top of the page to set up a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.

Additional non-returnable items:

• Giftcards
• Special-ordered items, including anything custom products

If you choose to email us to initiate a return, please ensure to include the following information in your email:

• Your order number
• Item(s) that you wish to return
• Reason for returning

Please do NOT send your purchase back to the manufacturer

Please do NOT send back an item without setting up a return first

Depending on your method of payment, transaction fees might not be refundable which ranges between 2.3% - 6% of the order value. Note this is charged by a third-party payment provider, not us. You may receive a full refund if you choose to receive a store credit instead.

There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)

• Any item not in its original condition/ is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
• Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery

Some manufacturers would charge a restocking fee ranging from 10% - 30% of the original order value. Below is a list of some but now all of them, please be mindful when placing the order / considering a return:

• ESR 30%
• JDMuscle 15%
• PLM 20%

Cancellation

Please ensure you have contacted us on availability before placing an order. All cancellations could be subject to 2.3% - 6% fee to cover transaction costs charged by third-party payment providers. You have 7 days to cancel an order, once the order has been processed(item packaged/ tracking number has been created), the cancellation will not be allowed but you may contact us for a return request if the item is eligible for return.

Special-ordered items cannot be canceled.

Refunds (if applicable)
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.

If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within 3-10 business days(depending on the payment provider). The restocking fee might be applicable as noted in the return section.

Late or missing refunds (if applicable)

Once you have received an email/text from us stating the refund has been processed, at this stage, it's completely out of our control but depends on the payment providers to decide when the refund will show up in your bank. As noted, depending on the payment provider the process can take up to 10 business days(usually 3-5). If you haven’t received a refund yet, please first check your bank statement. A lot of times instead of a new line showing a reversal charge/credit, the payment would just disappear from your pending section.

Contact your credit card company/financing company you used, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted but reaching out might help expedite the process.

If you’ve done all of the above and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at sales@JDMuscleUSA.com and one of our team members will provide assistance.

Sale items (if applicable)
Only full-priced items are eligible for return/refund.

Exchanges (if applicable)
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at sales@JDMuscleUSA.com or use the return/exchange portal located on the top of the page.

Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be emailed to you.

If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.

Shipping
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item unless the item was damaged/wrong/defective in which case we will cover shipping both ways. Initial shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.

If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item and take no responsibility for any loss or damage during the return shipping.

And please refer to the return shipping address as provided in the RMA / return instructions. A lot of times the return address can be different than the initial shipping address.

Pre-Installation Inspection Policy:

All parts or items received via mail must undergo a thorough inspection prior to installation. Any damage or imperfections identified during or after this inspection must be reported immediately to sales@jdmuscleusa.com, and the item should not be installed. Please note that reports of damage, defects, or imperfections submitted after installation will not be honored.

JDMuscle LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY

Effective for any JDMuscle product purchased on or after 2019/01/01

JDMuscle warrants its products under this Lifetime Limited Warranty Policy (“Warranty Policy”). This Warranty Policy applies solely to: (i) JDMuscle products purchased directly from JDMuscle or authorized dealers, and (ii) the original purchaser of such JDMuscle products (“Purchaser”). This Warranty Policy is non-transferable and all claims must be accompanied by the original sales receipt. JDMuscle reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of this Warranty Policy at any time without notice.

Warranty Coverage

Under the terms of this Warranty Policy, if it is determined that a JDMuscle product was not manufactured to advertised specifications, JDMuscle will, at its discretion: (i) repair or replace the original product; (ii) replace the original product with the most current available model if the original is no longer available; or (iii) provide a gift card redeemable at jdmuscleusa.com for the amount of the original purchase price of the product.

This Warranty Policy also covers Racing Art products.

For non-JDMuscle branded products purchased through JDMuscle, we offer lifetime technical support in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty.

Submitting a Claim

To submit a warranty claim, the Purchaser must:

1. Email sales@jdmuscleusa.com with the claim details.
2. Provide the original sales receipt or an authorized dealer order number.
3. Include a photo of the product clearly showing the issue.

If requested, the Purchaser must send the product, with all transportation costs prepaid, to JDMuscle.

Special Conditions for Carbon Fiber Products

Carbon fiber products must be clear-coated by the customer upon receipt to maintain durability. This Warranty Policy covers only cracking caused by the product itself and not due to any impact, neglect, improper care, or use. Normal wear and tear, including minor scratches or fading, is not covered under this policy. Additionally, carbon fiber hoods must be installed with hood pins for safety. JDMuscle will not cover damage resulting from failure to use hood pins.

Warranty Exclusions

This Warranty Policy does not cover:

• Damage due to accidents, neglect, improper installation, or usage.
• Normal wear and tear, including stains, scratches, or other minor cosmetic issues.
• Issues arising from non-compliance with care, use, and installation instructions.
• Any damage to carbon fiber products not related to structural cracking.
• Labor costs for installation or removal of products.

JDMuscle is not responsible for any other property damage or personal injury related to the use or installation of its products.

General Warranty Guidelines

• All claims must be accompanied by a photo of the product showing the issue.
• Products damaged on arrival (DOA) must be claimed within 7 business days of delivery. Claims outside of this timeframe will not be covered under the lifetime warranty.
• JDMuscle reserves the right to refuse any claim at its discretion.
• Approved claims may result in repair, replacement, or a gift card equivalent to the original purchase price, at JDMuscle’s discretion.
• If a replacement product is out of stock, the customer will be placed on backorder until the product becomes available.
• All historical orders are covered under this Warranty Policy.

Shipping Guidelines

Repaired or replacement products will be shipped to the Purchaser within the continental United States via standard ground service. Expedited shipping and international shipping are available at an additional cost.

Shipping Costs

Shipping fees for repairs or replacements will vary based on the claim as follows:

• Standard Products (non-oversized): $25 if submitted within 90 days, $40 after 90 days.
• Oversized Items (e.g., hoods, large aero parts): $120 if submitted within 90 days, $150 after 90 days.
• Accessories: $15 if submitted within 90 days, $25 after 90 days.

For claims submitted more than two years after the purchase date, an additional $20 surcharge will apply.

General Disclaimer

THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH HEREIN ARE THE ONLY WARRANTIES MADE BY JDMUSCLE WITH RESPECT TO ITS PRODUCTS. JDMUSCLE DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISKS RELATED TO THE USE OF JDMUSCLE PRODUCTS.

Limitation of Liability

No claim by the Purchaser shall exceed the purchase price of the product. JDMUSCLE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, ARISING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE JDMUSCLE PRODUCTS.

For further information or assistance, please contact our customer support.

Returns
Our policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately, we can’t offer you a refund or exchange. Please send an email to sales@jdmuscleusa.com or use our return portal located at the top of the page to set up a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.

Additional non-returnable items:

• Giftcards
• Special-ordered items, including anything custom products

If you choose to email us to initiate a return, please ensure to include the following information in your email:

• Your order number
• Item(s) that you wish to return
• Reason for returning

Please do NOT send your purchase back to the manufacturer

Please do NOT send back an item without setting up a return first

Depending on your method of payment, transaction fees might not be refundable which ranges between 2.3% - 6% of the order value. Note this is charged by a third-party payment provider, not us. You may receive a full refund if you choose to receive a store credit instead.

There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)

• Any item not in its original condition/ is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
• Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery

 Some manufacturers would charge a restocking fee ranging from 10% - 30% of the original order value. Below is a list of some but now all of them, please be mindful when placing the order / considering a return:

• ESR 30%
• JDMuscle 15%
• PLM 20%

Cancellation

Please ensure you have contacted us on availability before placing an order. All cancellations could be subject to 2.3% - 6% fee to cover transaction costs charged by third-party payment providers. You have 7 days to cancel an order, once the order has been processed(item packaged/ tracking number has been created), the cancellation will not be allowed but you may contact us for a return request if the item is eligible for return.

Special-ordered items cannot be canceled.

Refunds (if applicable)
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.

If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within 3-10 business days(depending on the payment provider). The restocking fee might be applicable as noted in the return section.

Late or missing refunds (if applicable)

Once you have received an email/text from us stating the refund has been processed, at this stage, it's completely out of our control but depends on the payment providers to decide when the refund will show up in your bank. As noted, depending on the payment provider the process can take up to 10 business days(usually 3-5). If you haven’t received a refund yet, please first check your bank statement. A lot of times instead of a new line showing a reversal charge/credit, the payment would just disappear from your pending section.

Contact your credit card company/financing company you used, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted but reaching out might help expedite the process.

If you’ve done all of the above and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at sales@JDMuscleUSA.com and one of our team members will provide assistance.

Sale items (if applicable)
Only full-priced items are eligible for return/refund.

Exchanges (if applicable)
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at sales@JDMuscleUSA.com or use the return/exchange portal located on the top of the page.

Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be emailed to you.

If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.

Shipping
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item unless the item was damaged/wrong/defective in which case we will cover shipping both ways. Initial shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.

If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item and take no responsibility for any loss or damage during the return shipping.

And please refer to the return shipping address as provided in the RMA / return instructions. A lot of times the return address can be different than the initial shipping address.

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