What is the typical color temperature of a headlamp?

The color temperature of headlamps usually varies depending on the scene of use and needs. Generally speaking, the color temperature of headlamps can range from 3,000 K to 12,000 K. Lights with a color temperature below 3,000 K are reddish in color, which usually gives people a warm feeling and is suitable for occasions that need to create a solid atmosphere. Light with a color temperature between 5000K and 6000K is close to natural light and is usually considered a neutral color temperature, suitable for most daily use. Light with a color temperature of more than 6000K is bluish in color, giving a cool feeling, and is suitable for use in occasions where clear vision is required, such as outdoor exploration or night work.

For headlamps, choosing the right color temperature depends mainly on the user’s personal preference and the specific usage environment. For example, if you need to use the headlamp in foggy or rainy days, you may need to choose a bulb with a higher color temperature (e.g., 4300K) because such a bulb has a strong penetrating power and can provide better visibility. Whereas in occasions where a cozy atmosphere needs to be created, such as at home or in the office, a bulb with a lower color temperature (e.g., 2700K) may be chosen because such a bulb has a yellowish light color and can provide a more comfortable and cozy light environment.

What is color light, such as: white light (color temperature 6500K or so), medium white light (color temperature 4000K or so), warm white light (color temperature 3000K or less)

Simple points: red light, yellow light, white light.

Red light: red light does not affect other people, and at the same time, the fastest return to the eyes of the night vision, because the least impact on the pupil, generally suitable for the use of light pollution-free places.

Yellow light: soft and non-stinging light, and at the same time, it has the penetrating power to fog and rain.

White light: three into the surface of the most light, but encountered fog, may be fog reflection to the blinding instead of seeing.

As for what light to choose, it is a matter of personal preference.