Can I use this as a headlight bulb?

No. This bulb is intended for fog light applications only. It is an H3 type, which is most commonly used in fog lights and some auxiliary driving lights.

Will the higher light output damage my wiring?

No. The bulb draws 85 watts, which is within range of what your factory wiring is designed to handle for an H3 socket. The higher equivalent output comes from the filament and gas technology, not additional power draw.

Why does PIAA recommend replacing bulbs in pairs?

Replacing both fog light bulbs at the same time ensures they match in color temperature and brightness. A new 4000K bulb next to an aged stock bulb will look noticeably different.

PIAA H3 Xtreme White Plus Bulb 85W

Name: PIAA H3 Xtreme White Plus Bulbs (Single Pack) - Bulb Options:85w/135w
Brand: PIAA
SKU: PIA15286
Price: 41.95 USD
Availability: InStock

PIAA H3 Xtreme White Plus Bulbs (Single Pack) - Bulb Options:85w/135w

$41.95

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H3 halogen fog light bulb producing 135W equivalent output from 85W. PIAA Xtra Technology for 4000K white light.

Key Features

85W bulb producing 135W equivalent light output via PIAA Xtra Technology
4000K color temperature for crisp white light
Quartz glass and aerospace alloy filament for durability and performance
Blue top coat adds styling when lights are off
DOT and SAE compliant — street legal
Single pack, intended for fog light applications

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Product Details

PIAA's 15286 is an H3 halogen bulb rated at 85 watts that produces light output equivalent to a 135-watt bulb, thanks to PIAA's Xtra Technology. This proprietary approach combines a specialized gas mixture with an aerospace alloy filament to get more light from the same power draw your factory wiring provides.

At 4000K, the light output sits in the crisp white range — noticeably whiter than a standard yellowish halogen but not so blue that it washes out in rain or fog. That color temperature improves color recognition and depth perception on the road, which is the practical reason to upgrade from a stock fog light bulb. PIAA uses quartz glass that handles the extra heat this bulb generates, and a blue top coat on the lens adds a subtle styling touch when the lights are off.

This is a single-pack replacement intended for fog light applications. It is DOT and SAE compliant, so it is street legal. If you are replacing one fog light bulb, consider ordering two so both sides match in color and intensity.