Frequently Asked Questions

We asked first time buyers and repeat customers what their most common questions are about buying NSF lighting. We’ve curated the list below to help you. If you’re unable to find an answer to a question you have, please call us on (888) 423-3191 and we’ll support you as best we can.

What Are NSF Fixtures?

NSF lights are fixtures that have been tested and certified by the non-profit NSF Organization dedicated to food safety. NSF is a standard on its own, it is different and separate from the fixtures UL/ETL listing and DLC listing.

What Type of Lighting Is Safe for Food Safety?

When it comes to food safety and NSF lighting requirements, the best option are lights that have the NSF certification. There are different types of food safe lights available, from UFO style high bays and low bays to linear strip fixtures.

What Lighting Is Best for a Commercial Kitchen?

Depending on the layout of the kitchen and heights of the ceiling, there are several NSF rated lighting options that would work in a commercial kitchen. The best lighting can be determined by creating an NSF fixture lighting plan for the commercial kitchen space.

What NSF Certification Zones Do Your Fixtures Cover?

Since lighting never comes in contact with the food, the only two zones that our lights are tested in are: Splash Zones and Non-Food Zones. The third zone, Food Zone, does not apply to lighting.

When Is NSF Lighting Required?

NSF rated lighting is required in commercial food processing environments and areas. The health departments of many cities, towns, counties and states have strict guidelines regarding when and where these fixtures should be used.

Do You Have the Certificate Showing the NSF Rating?

We do. Call us and we can provide all the documentation you need.

Can Food Grade Fixtures Be Washed Down?

Yes, in fact, that is the idea. They must be designed to be able to withstand constant wash down, as food safe areas must be kept clean.

Can I Use a Motion Sensor with Food Safe Lighting?

Possibly, but the motion sensor itself must also be NSF rated. You cannot just add any motion sensor to a NSF rated fixture.

What Happens If the Lens Breaks?

If the lens breaks because of a defect under normal operations, we will cover the entire fixture under warranty. The warranty does not cover acts of God or abuse.

Are Your NSF Lights IP69K?

Yes, they are.

Do NSF Fixtures Use a Glass or Plastic Lens?

Our round NSF LED fixtures have tempered glass lenses. Our tubular style linear NSF fixtures have frosted polycarbonate lens covers.

Can NSF Fixtures Be Pendant Mounted?

Yes, some of our fixtures have a pendant mount option. Other options include eye hook and suspended wire mount.

Can NSF Fixtures Be Washed Down?

Yes they can. All our fixtures are IP69K rated, which means they can withstand high pressure hot water wash downs.

Do You Want a Free LED NSF Lighting Plan?

The best and most accurate way to calculate this is to create a NSF fixture lighting plan.

A NSF Fixture lighting plan will provide you with a report detailing your indoor space. It details light location, light levels (foot candles) and how evenly distributed the light is over the entire area.