Daytime running lights. What are daytime running lights and what are they for? The best running lights

The range of daytime running lights (abbreviated as DRLs) is almost the same everywhere and mainly consists of Chinese products produced without a brand. The majority of all goods are purchased in the main Chinese supermarket Aliexpress, in which the transaction is controlled by a third independent party. In the Aliexpress online store you can see purchase statistics for each type of product; based on these statistics, I will select the 10 most popular DRL models.

In Russian stores, the assortment is almost the same as Aliexpress, with the exception of branded goods that are in a higher price category, so a large number of Russians make purchases in China, bypassing domestic intermediaries.

When shopping, we often make decisions based on how many people bought the item. But, unfortunately, a large number of people can be wrong. We can see this by the number of bad DRLs purchased on Aliexpress.

• 1. Sample No. 1
• 2. Sample No. 2
• 3. Sample No. 3
• 4. Sample No. 4
• 5. Sample No. 5
• 6. Sample No. 6
• 7. Sample No. 7
• 8. Results

Sample No. 1

The most popular is the model of daytime running lights for 300 rubles, the price also includes free shipping to Russia. The number of sales is 5200 pieces. It turns out that the cost themselves is about 150 rubles, 75 per piece. Except plastic case you won't get anything good. Why do people buy them, is greed and stupidity stronger than common sense, what for 150 rubles. They won’t get anything except a piece of guano. Chinese marketing and the buyer's hope for a miracle are at work here. Firstly, colorful photos are posted with other bright lights, the buyer thinks that they shine so well. But at the end of all product photos, there is a small photo that captures a meager real light flux.

Signs why they are bad:

1. There are no cooling fins at the back, which means there is nothing to cool.
2. LEDs, 8 pieces of type, each gives Chinese 0.5 W, the total will be a maximum of 2 W.
3. The brightness is maximum 160 lumens, since such diodes produce 80 lumens per watt.

Sample No. 2

Daytime running lights on COB LED

The second place in popularity is occupied by LED lines using COB technology; the price ranges from 160 to 240 per pair, since the length of the line can vary. 3,400 people bought these daylights. As always, at the top of the description the power is indicated as 6-7-9 W, and at the bottom, in small handwriting, 3.9 W each. The main feature of COB is that it is impossible to determine the parameters by appearance, especially since they come in different shapes, rings, circles, zigzags. For maximum credibility, the Chinese takes photos of working DRLs from close range and at night. Naturally, at night, from close range, even a one-watt diode will be bright and dazzle. Don’t forget that you need to check it during the day on a sunny day from a distance of 100 meters.

Reasons why they are bad:

1. In fact, these are not running lights, they are only an LED element.
2. Such a ruler heats up, it is glued to double-sided tape, then when heated, the adhesive layer also heats up, softens, and they fall off safely.
3. The power is too low, almost 4 W, this is only for lighting in the trunk.
4. COB beam angle is 120 degrees while DRL requires 30 degrees. It turns out that such an LED simply shines in all directions. Even if the line is 10 W, then installing it without lenses is useless.
5. To use such a ruler, you need a lens, primary optics, that will focus the light.
6. You also need a housing so that the angle of inclination can be adjusted.

Sample No. 3

Eagle Eye LEDs

The third place is taken by “”, the price is 650 for 10 pieces. The Chinese indicate that the power of each is from 3 to 9 W, but their real power is only 1 W. They are also characterized by very careless assembly with traces of glue and poor sealing. Due to exposure to salt and moisture, within six months, half of them fail and simply begin to blink or shine very faintly.

Why they don't fit:

1. they can be a tuning element, but not DRLs, because they must be adjusted by angle;
2. when installed not in the same plane (the curved part of the bumper), they will shine sideways.
3. The angle of illumination with the lens is 60 degrees, which does not correspond to the required 30 degrees.
4. To make something good out of them, you need to install at least 10 of them on each side.

Sample No. 4

Similar to flexible tape

At this point, the LED strip for cars, the length of each strip is 50 cm, consists of 48 weak LEDs. Adapted for use in humid and dusty environments, sealed with silicone. The price for a pair of strips is 340 rubles. The seller honestly states that the power of the tape is 2 W and it is suitable for installing various lights on a car.

Its brightness is comparable to the brightness of LED lights, so there can be no talk of using it as daytime running lights.

Sample No. 5

Round shape in place of foglights

The round shape is designed for installation in a regular place fog lights or in a plastic radiator grille. Price 490 per pair, plastic, diameter 7 cm, thickness 4 cm. The advantages of this model: the presence of reflectors for each LED and movable mounts. Otherwise, this is a disposable product.

1. The cooling radiator is simulated at the back; since the body is plastic, they are of no use.
2. Some LED diodes are not placed in the center of the reflector, and there are also problems with tightness.
3. As a rule, they are of very low quality, often even the LEDs do not adhere to the cooling system, they usually overheat and begin to flicker and go out, and even more so there is no thermal paste there.
4. Judging by the LEDs, there may be 0.5 W of poor quality. the total power will be 4.5 watts and the brightness will be 400 lumens. You can see from the photo that it is a little brighter than the larger dimensions on the car.

Sample No. 6

Daytime running lights of a classic shape, price 580. Number of purchasers: 499 people. In appearance they look quite decent, there is a metal body and a movable mount, there are optics for focusing the light flux.

Main disadvantages:

1. As we can see, 8 light elements are installed, but the indicated power consumption is only 3.2 W, the brightness is not enough to even illuminate a toilet.
2. There is no radiator for cooling at the back, because there is nothing to cool there.

Sample No. 7

The most original model, with built-in turn signal. Price 453 rub. As always, the seller lies shamelessly that there is nothing better than these lights, and shows a photo of the working condition in the dark. Each contains 20 white LEDs and 10 orange LEDs. In general, a trinket for 500 rubles.

1. Plastic with imitation radiator.
2. There is no full-fledged reflector, although there are some elements, there is no lens either.
3. 20 diodes do not provide advantages, in appearance 5730, but of poor quality, which provide 0.15-0.20 W instead of 0.5 W. As a result, we get a total power of 4 W.
4. One headlight is 6 W, subtract 4 W for the DRLs, leaving 2 W for the turn signal repeaters. The Chinese ones give 80 Lumens per W, you can calculate the luminous flux yourself.

Results

I think you understand by what principles you can understand that daytime running lights are bad. Chinese ones that meet the minimum requirements of the regulations will cost at least 1000 rubles. And full-fledged decent ones will cost from 2000 rubles. I hope you will not join the ranks of buyers whose greed is higher than their safety, the safety of their loved ones and those around them.

For several years now, daytime running lights have become mandatory for installation on cars in the Russian Federation. The market is overflowing with Chinese crafts that do not meet technical requirements and GOST standards. Car enthusiasts were not at a loss and began to actively make DRLs with their own hands.

To make the right LED DRLs, you need to know what requirements apply to them:

• Luminous intensity – from 400 to 800 candelas;
• luminous angle vertically 25 degrees and 55 horizontally;
• The area that emits light must be at least 40 cm2.

LED strip running lights

To implement such technical requirements in practice, we will assemble DRLs from LEDs with our own hands, using a 5050 type tape with a density of 60 pieces/meter. To get this brightness, you need to cut about 24 LEDs, that's 8 sections.

You can glue the tape around the perimeter of the headlight onto the existing adhesive coating. A more reliable option is to use a cable channel and secure it with epoxy glue, this will be more reliable. As a result, you will get a structure like this:

Do-it-yourself flexible DRLs are made using the same principle.

To ensure that the tape lasts as long as possible, stabilize the voltage at 12 volts. When the engine is running, the voltage in the on-board network can reach values ​​of more than 14 volts. Easiest to use linear stabilizer ROLL or L7812.

Separate 5050 or 5730 LEDs for DRLs

To make homemade running lights from custom-shaped LEDs or use fog light housings for this purpose, the tape may be inconvenient, so you need to make a printed circuit board.

You can use a ready-made breadboard, but this may not be such a convenient solution, although it is simpler. The development board is not as reliable.

To make a drawing of a printed circuit board, use a program like spring layout, then you need to transfer it to the textolite. To do this, you need to print a MIRROR image of the printed circuit board on thin glossy paper. This is used in magazines for pages, the cover is too thick.

You need to print on a laser printer, then take an iron and iron the glossy paper onto the foil PCB. When it cools down, we soak the paper under running water; a pattern of future paths will remain on the PCB.

Now all that’s left to do is etch the board in ferric chloride or any other suitable reagent. You can find detailed information about laser-iron technology for manufacturing printed circuit boards.

After making the printed circuit board, you need to make the base for the DRL. To do this, we place the LEDs on printed circuit board in accordance with its wiring. To limit the current flowing through the LEDs you need to add 1 50 ohm resistor. Next, assemble a 12-volt stabilizer using the L7812 chip or its analogues.

To ensure the required brightness, you need about 24 LEDs, which need to be assembled into a single structure and placed in the housing. We printed narrow boards with 9 LEDs each.

If you take an acrylic tube and place the resulting boards in it, then you will get the following LED DRLs (see below). They can be shaped by heating them with a hair dryer and bending them around the bumper.

If you want to make wide DRLs, you need to connect the boards on top of each other, or separate and etch the board like this.

By the way, more powerful 5730 LEDs are used here. You can use old fog lights as a housing or use a furniture profile for lighting with a plastic cover.

Use of high-power LEDs 1-3 W

When making running lights with your own hands, in addition to the LED strip, you can use heavy-duty LEDs.

Previous solutions have one significant drawback - the inability to adjust the direction and angle of the light flux. For powerful LEDs with a power of 1-3W there are many optical solutions on sale from 10 to 120 degrees.

To make LED DRLs with your own hands on powerful crystals you will need:

• LEDs 1W from 3 to 5 pcs (to provide the required light intensity);
• lenses collecting at an angle of 30 degrees;
• driver for LEDs with characteristics: input voltage 12V, output current 300mA, up to 5W;
• substrate for attaching to the radiator;
• radiator with an area of ​​about 100 cm2.

The driver is needed to provide stabilized current to the LEDs. You can also use a circuit with a quenching resistor as in previous homemade products, but the power of the resistor in this case will be too large and such a solution is not reliable.

To mount LEDs on a radiator, you need either heat-conducting glue or a special substrate for mounting and thermal paste. The LED is soldered to this substrate, and it is screwed onto the radiator.

You can also find ready-made sites for installation; in some cases this is a more convenient option. Some stores have such substrates with LEDs mounted on them.

Thermal paste or thermal pad is needed to ensure better heat transfer, as well as fill the unevenness of the substrate and radiator to improve heat transfer.

When making DRLs with your own hands from LEDs using such a kit, you will need a housing; you can make it yourself from scrap materials, or use old fog lights or something similar.

The main mistakes when making DRLs with your own hands

First of all, you need to figure out what kind of device it is. Daytime running lights are not dimensions! They need to be tested not at night, but during the day.

The lights must be visible from a great distance. Contrary to popular misconception, when assembling DRLs from an LED strip with your own hands, you need to use the most powerful strip available. With such dimensions as the average running lights, it is quite difficult to exceed the permissible brightness using an LED strip.

Don't forget about cooling, but don't install too large radiators. Do not forget that the flow of incoming air when the car moves practically replaces active cooling. Therefore, the radiator area can be half as large as under normal conditions for passive cooling of luminaires.

How to properly connect DRL to a car?

In addition to installing and assembling the structure itself, you need to correctly connect everything to electrical diagram car. The picture shows the simplest and most reliable DRL connection diagram. Let's take a closer look at it.

K1 is a relay with five contacts, one of the power contacts is normally closed, that is, it is closed when no current flows through the relay winding, and the other is normally open, it closes when current flows through the relay winding. This is one of the standard relays and is sold at any auto store.

When you turn on the ignition, power is supplied to the DRL through the normally closed contacts, and when you turn on the low beam, the DRL relay is turned on from the power positive that goes to the lamps and the contacts open.

Making high-quality LED running lights for cars with your own hands is quite simple. They will surpass cheap Chinese crafts in quality and performance, and will work much longer.

Homemade DRLs will be cheaper than branded ones, and the experience gained is priceless.

Daytime running lights (LED DRL) are additional light source, and are used to better see traffic in front vehicle during the day. According to the traffic rules, there are a number of requirements for installing DRLs, which you can familiarize yourself with.

Our online store offers car running lights (DRLs), which have a modern and stylish design. Depending on your wishes, you can buy daytime running lights or drl with a different number of LEDs, and, accordingly, different levels of light produced.

Please note that we are implementing LED DRL Philips– LEDs certified in Russia and allowing installation in accordance with GOST.

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The popularity of DRLs is growing every year. Many motorists who do not have modern daytime running lights in the factory version of their car seek to install them on their vehicle. You can do this yourself without involving specialists. In addition to their main function, DRLs also have decent decorative properties. They improve appearance car, making it more interesting and noticeable. But do not forget that their main function is to increase safety on the road by improving the visibility of the vehicle for other road users. Therefore, it is important to understand and know which daytime running lights are best to install on your car.

What is it and how does it work

All experts and ordinary motorists will say that DRLs need to be chosen carefully in terms of quality and characteristics and installed better. This will truly increase the visibility of your car and reduce the risk of getting into accidents. Studies have proven that installing DRLs actually reduces the number of road accidents. But no one can say specifically which running lights are best to install. The assortment on the market is huge, and this variety makes drivers doubt the correctness of their choice. In order to avoid mistakes and understand exactly how to choose the best DRL model, you must first study the entire essence and principle of operation of the device. And then you will find out which daytime running lights are better and what is now recommended to buy with the current assortment. Believe me, there are many more car owners who bought really high-quality lights than those who made a mistake with their choice. So you shouldn’t make mistakes.

Let's start with the operating principle. When you start the car, the voltage begins to rise and reaches the operating level. At a value from 13.2 to 13.7 V, the voltage is recorded and stored by the sensor, which is responsible for the DRL. When the motor is turned off, the voltage drops to 0V, causing the lights to turn off. Also, the DRLs turn off when the low headlights are turned on. They cannot be used at the same time. Basically, daytime running lights are based on LEDs. They are considered the most, because the best DRLs are made from LEDs. The diodes are placed in a special housing, which is protected from water, moisture, dust, etc. Manufacturers also use durable shockproof shells, which protects against mechanical damage. Since DRLs are always located quite close to the road surface, high level protection is very important for them.

Types of DRL

Many people perceive DRLs as a special block of LED optics, which stands separately from all other lighting equipment. But in fact, 4 devices can be called daytime running lights;

1. Low beam. Not the most acceptable, but acceptable option. Many countries have increased requirements for the use of near-field optics as navigation lights. It must illuminate part of the road or side of the road.
2. High beam. It is also not the most optimal choice, since when using the high beam as a DRL, it must be dim and shine parallel to the road surface. More high beam headlights should not blind oncoming traffic. When it approaches, you have to constantly turn off the optics.
3. . IN Russian traffic rules allows the fog lights to be used as daytime running lights. But in many other states it is prohibited. Experts believe that fog lights have their own specifics, aimed at helping in difficult weather conditions. They are not powerful enough to fully fulfill the role of DRLs.
4. Separate independent headlights. The most acceptable and optimal option. Such optics are easy to install with your own hands, they are inexpensive, practically do not consume vehicle electricity and do not depend on the operation of other lighting equipment. DRLs have autonomous control, and their power is enough to ensure your visibility to other road users.

As you can see, among all the DRL options, it is the independent optics unit that is the most optimal and acceptable. This explains such a high demand for LED running lights. Also, do not forget that back in 2010 a decree was adopted according to which cars must necessarily move on public roads during daylight hours with their lights turned on. daylights. Therefore, motorists, regardless of current weather conditions, should always turn on their DRLs during the day. If they are not provided by the factory on the car, then do it yourself, or use PTF or low-beam headlights. But taking into account the shortcomings of such a solution, it is still better to install full-fledged independent DRLs.

The best manufacturers

A large number of companies are involved in the production of daytime running lights. But this market segment has its own obvious leaders, who account for the bulk of sales. A certain amount of success can be attributed to competent advertising and professional marketing. But still, the ranking of running lights is headed by brands that have gained popularity not just thanks to good advertising. They are in demand due to the quality of their products, reliability, reliability and efficiency of their DRLs. The best optics used during the day, that is, the best daytime running lights, are currently produced by the following companies.

The market is overflowing with various offers for DRLs from the Middle Kingdom. Many motorists believe that the manufacturer does not play a special role, that is, you can save money and buy running lights. But in fact, the overpayment for products from a well-known manufacturer is completely justified. Yes, such DRLs can cost 500 - 1000 rubles more. However, you receive a guarantee of quality and confidence that the purchased DRL kit will definitely serve the stated period. Problems often arise with Chinese models: they fail, the light is not efficient enough, or some of the diodes burn out.

DRL rating

We propose to consider several of the most popular and sought-after DRL models, which are in high demand for automotive market. Here we are talking mainly about products from leading manufacturers. But the rating included devices from another brand, which also deserves attention.

1. DayLight 8. Developed by Philips. This is LED daytime running light, which consumers consider one of the best solutions currently. The LED lights are housed in a durable aluminum housing. It also acts as a cooling radiator at the same time. This DRL has an IP67 protection rating. Structurally, daytime running lights consist of 8 LEDs high power. This universal device, which can be used on almost any machine. The declared service life is 10 years. Their cost varies from 4 to 7 thousand rubles.
   
2. LEDriving FOG. A product from Osram that is based on LED lights. In fact, these are fog lights, but they perform the function of daytime running lights perfectly. The device is highly economical. The outer protective glass perfectly protects the diodes from external influences and is not afraid of contact with abrasive materials. The light spreads evenly and brightly. The degree of protection also corresponds to IP67. The device is equipped with an intelligent control system, which allows you to automatically switch to daytime running lights and fog lights. The only drawback is considered high cost. In some cases, the price reaches 14 thousand rubles;
   
3. DRL D70. A more budget-friendly solution from EGO Light. DRLs are made in the form of a round body made of aluminum. The case further cools the LEDs, acting as a cooling radiator. Each LED has a power of 3 W, which is absolutely enough for any passenger car. The lenses are made of polycarbonate, which guarantees high durability. The design has universal fastenings, which allows you to install DRLs on different cars. Lights turn on and off automatic mode. A set of such flashlights will cost the buyer approximately 4 thousand rubles.
   
4. DRL 120P18. Also developed by Ego Light. Daytime running lights have a rectangular housing. Moreover, in this case we are talking about a plastic base, where cooling is provided ventilation holes. Each emitter is equipped with 18 LEDs, the total power of which is 5 W. This allows you to get a good level of brightness. The solution wins due to its low cost. A set of such daytime running lights will cost 2.5 thousand rubles.
   
5. DRL 101. An Osram product that is very popular among consumers. This demand is largely due to the original design, complemented by excellent technical characteristics. Light-filled tubes are used here, which look impressive and work very efficiently. Each lamp used produces 400 lumens, and the created color temperature is at the level of 6000 K. One DRL unit accounts for 7.5 volts of power.
   
6. DayLight 4. Popular DRL model from Philips. This is a cheaper alternative to DayLight 8. The low price is explained more by the design than by weak technical characteristics. Such DRLs are considered standard because they are made in the form of a regular box with LEDs. But if the visual component is not your first priority, this model will definitely interest you. These are reliable, durable and efficient optics aimed at the budget segment of buyers.
   
7. LEdayFlex. Last on the list, but far from the last in the ranking, we have a product from Hella. A very popular DRL model based on 5 LEDs. This design can be used on a wide variety of vehicles. Buyers have the opportunity to independently choose how the arrangement of diodes in the block will be located. The color temperature reaches 6000 K, and the power corresponds to 7.2 Volts. They look original, have a strong and durable body, and are also characterized by excellent reliability.
   

The range of daytime running lights is now huge. This allows you to choose the optimal design for any car and different financial capabilities of the buyer. But still, in the case of DRLs, it is better to give preference to proven models and well-established manufacturers. There is no point in exchanging money for cheap Chinese devices, since they do not guarantee quality, reliability and durability. DRLs are considered a useful and necessary addition for many cars that do not have daytime running lights from the factory. Use together with a separate DRL low beam unit or

Another new product in the range is flexible LED daytime running lights DLED for passenger cars and trucks With20,16,12,8 and 6 LEDs SMD5050 and different lengths.

Any driver wants to give his car a special personality and style. At the same time, so that it is safe and there are no unnecessary problems with installation.

Flexible LED running lights DLED DRL are easy to install, and their operation allows you to avoid keeping the low beam on all the time, since constantly on low beam leads to a decrease in the life of the lamps. Installation of LED daytime lights does not violate traffic rules.

Flexible DLED daytime running lights are characterized by high luminous efficiency, their luminous flux will unmistakably highlight the vehicle in the flow of traffic. The service life of daytime running lights based on SMD5050 LEDs is 25,000-30,000 hours, which is achieved due to ultra-modern powerful diodes and high-quality materials used in the design of the DRLs, as well as the resistance of the LEDs to mechanical vibrations when driving on the road surface.

Flexible LED daytime running lights are made of bendable materials, thanks to which the running lights can take almost any desired shape, following the contours and curves of the vehicle. Included with the daytime running lights are all necessary components such as wiring and fasteners.

Daytime running lights with LED diodes consume much less electricity than standard light bulbs, but maintain optimal light output. As a result, the work of the generator is unloaded, the load on the on-board network and vehicle wiring is reduced, and fuel consumption is also reduced.

DLED's range includes different LED daytime running lights with 20,16,12,8 and 6 SMD5050 LEDs, as well as different lengths.