Bulbs and Lamps for Kitchen and Bar Equipment

Equipment lighting may seem like an insignificant detail, but its absence can affect equipment use, product demonstration and even HACCP inspections. The contents of a refrigerator or display case without light are not visible without additional lighting, and it is impossible to assess the state of food in a baking oven.

Types of bulbs and lamps for professional equipment

High-temperature oven lamps — special halogen or quartz lamps that withstand temperatures up to 300°C and higher in baking ovens and convection ovens. These lamps must not be replaced with ordinary household bulbs, as they do not withstand high temperatures. LED bulbs for refrigerators and display cases — energy-saving, long-lasting LED bulbs for lighting refrigeration equipment. Steam oven and combi-steamer lamps — moisture-resistant lamps that operate in harsh steam conditions. Salamander and grill lamps — infrared lamps that serve both as lighting and a heat source. BHS offers all these types of bulbs and lamps.

Compatible equipment types

In refrigeration equipment — refrigerators, refrigerated display cases, beverage coolers and freezers — lighting ensures product visualization. In patisseries and shops, the lighting of refrigerated display cases is directly linked to product appeal and sales — a well-lit display case sells better than a dark one. In convection and baking ovens, the internal lamp allows monitoring the cooking process without opening the door. In steam and combi-steam ovens, moisture-resistant lamps operate in harsher conditions. In salamanders and infrared heating equipment, lamps are often both a source of lighting and heat simultaneously.

HACCP and hygiene requirements

Protection of lamps against shard dispersion is a HACCP mandatory requirement in food production and storage areas. Any lamp located above a food preparation surface or in a food storage area must be protected against shard dispersion — either with a glass shield or by using enclosed lamps specifically designed for this purpose. In refrigerators and refrigeration equipment, broken or exploded lamp shards in food products pose a serious HACCP incident risk. Regular lamp inspection should be included in the preventive maintenance schedule.

HoReCa usage scenarios

In a patisserie, a well-lit display on the customer side of a refrigerated display case directly influences impulse purchases — a broken or burnt-out bulb in the display reduces the appeal of cakes and desserts. In a restaurant’s convection oven, a burnt-out bulb prevents the chef from checking the food, requiring the door to be opened and increasing energy consumption. In a hotel kitchen, a burnt-out bulb in a refrigerator makes it difficult to find and count products. In a bar, the bulb in a beverage cooler promotes impulse purchases — visible refreshments sell better.

Frequently asked questions

Can a regular LED bulb be used in an oven? No — regular LED bulbs do not withstand the high temperatures in an oven. Baking ovens require special high-temperature lamps (halogen or quartz) that withstand 300°C and higher. LED bulbs designed for refrigerators are suitable for cold but do not withstand heat.

How to determine the required bulb by parameters? Key parameters: voltage (V), power (W), socket type (E14, E27, G9 or others) and maximum operating temperature. The simplest method is a photo of the existing bulb and the equipment model. BHS consultants help identify the appropriate bulb based on a photograph or equipment data.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.