Product Specifications

2FT23 Series 7443 SMD LED DRL and Brake Light Bulbs

The 2FT23 7443 LED series is built as a compact, high intensity replacement for dual function DRL and brake positions on 12 volt vehicles. Each bulb combines 4014 SMD and 3030 SMD chips in a dense array that produces a bright, modern appearance behind factory lenses. With three color options, white, amber and red, these bulbs give installers and distributors the flexibility to match regional regulations and styling preferences while keeping one core design platform.

High Output LED Structure With Controlled Glare

At the heart of the 2FT23 7443 bulb is a mixed LED structure that aims to balance brightness, beam control and comfort. The 3030 SMD chips act as powerful points of light that drive the central intensity needed for clear signaling, especially when the brake function is active. Around them, multiple 4014 SMD chips create a wide luminous surface. This larger emitting area helps the lamp fill the reflector or inner lens so the signal looks full and uniform instead of spotty. The result is a strong, easily noticed lamp that still maintains a refined, low glare appearance.

Twenty Three Piece LED Array For Daytime And Nighttime Visibility

Each bulb carries a total of twenty three LEDs, eighteen pieces of 4014 SMD and five pieces of 3030 SMD. The high count of smaller 4014 chips ensures that every part of the lamp face contributes to the glow, while the 3030 units focus additional power where it is most effective. This configuration is particularly suitable for DRL and brake functions. In DRL mode the lamp produces a continuous band of light that increases daytime presence. When the brake is applied, the higher current mode drives the array harder so the lamp jumps in brightness and makes your intentions clear to following traffic.

Lampshade Optics For Smooth Uniform Light

A clear lampshade structure surrounds the LED core and works together with the LEDs to shape the beam. Instead of allowing bare diodes to shine directly out, the lampshade collects and blends their output. This reduces harsh points and distributes the light evenly across the visible surface. In DRL applications this creates a premium style with a solid illuminated area. As a brake light, the smooth transition helps the lamp look like an original equipment upgrade rather than an aftermarket hotspot.

Aviation Grade Aluminum Body For Efficient Heat Management

The body of the 2FT23 7443 bulb is machined from aviation grade aluminum alloy. This material offers excellent thermal conductivity, allowing it to pull heat away from the LED chips and disperse it into the surrounding air. Good thermal control is essential for LED durability; by keeping junction temperatures lower, the bulb helps maintain stable color and brightness over time. The rigid metal structure also improves resistance to vibration, making the bulb suitable for daily commuting, commercial use and rougher road conditions.

Hollow Housing Design To Improve Airflow

To support the aluminum body, the mechanical layout includes a hollow internal section. This open design increases the surface area in contact with moving air when the vehicle is in use. As air circulates through and around the bulb, it carries away heat from the metal surfaces. Combined with the thermal conductivity of the aluminum, this helps the bulb operate within a stable temperature range, even in warmer climates or in enclosed lamp housings that see extended operating periods.

Special Contact Pins For Reliable Dual Function Operation

The 7443 base is designed with dual contacts to support separate DRL and brake modes. In the 2FT23 series, the contact pins are shaped to maintain firm pressure against the socket terminals. This secure connection keeps resistance low, minimizing voltage drop and reducing the chance of flicker caused by vibration or loose fittings. The bulbs are therefore well suited for vehicles that see frequent stop and go driving or uneven roads where cheaper lamps may lose contact.

Optimized Electrical Characteristics For Automotive Systems

The high mode of the bulb draws approximately 540 milliampere at 12 volt, with a defined tolerance of plus or minus 40 milliampere. The low mode for DRL use draws around 110 milliampere with a plus or minus 20 milliampere tolerance. This dual current design ensures a clear step between DRL and brake intensity so drivers behind can easily sense the change. The operating voltage range of 9 to 18 volt DC covers normal battery fluctuations from engine start to full charging, helping the bulb remain stable across real world conditions.

Color Options For Different Applications

The 2FT23 7443 W model provides a bright white output that suits vehicles using white DRLs combined with a strong brake function through the same lamp. The 2FT23 7443 O version delivers an amber tone, which can be matched to front or rear DRL positions where amber is preferred or required, and still provides a vivid brake signal. The 2FT23 7443 R model offers a deep red output ideal for rear brake lamps, giving a saturated color that stands out clearly at night and in bad weather. All three share the same mechanical and electrical structure, simplifying stocking and installation.

Standard 7443 Footprint For Easy Halogen Replacement

The bulbs use the common 7443 dual contact wedge base, so they fit into existing sockets without modifications in most cases. Installers only need to remove the original halogen or basic LED bulb, insert the new one and confirm polarity. The compact overall length allows the lamp to fit behind standard lenses with room to spare, and the design aims to align the LED emitting area close to the original filament position for good compatibility with the reflector optics.

Part Of A Complete 2FT LED Bulb Family

Alongside the 7443 version, the same optical and mechanical concept is available with other bases such as 1156, 1157, 7440, 3156 and 3157, allowing wholesalers to offer a unified appearance across multiple signal and brake positions. Each model benefits from the same 4014 and 3030 SMD combination, aluminum cooling body and quality certifications such as CE and RoHS. This makes the 2FT23 series a practical choice for distributors who want a consistent product line that addresses a wide range of vehicle applications while maintaining reliable performance and a refined, factory style lighting effect.