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Nightstick Fire & Rescue Lighting

NFPA 1971-compliant helmet-mounted flashlights and intrinsically safe fire lighting — built for structural firefighting, technical rescue, and hazmat operations.

Bayco Products / Nightstick — USA

Nightstick is the leading manufacturer of purpose-built fire service lighting, with helmet-mounted flashlights certified to NFPA 1971 Section 8.6 (2018 Edition). The FORGE® and FORTEM® series are standard-issue across North American fire departments and increasingly specified by fire brigades across the Middle East and Africa. For operations in hazmat, petrochemical, or underground environments, Nightstick also produces intrinsically safe versions certified to Class I Division 1 / Zone 0 — allowing the same NFPA-compliant platform to be used in explosive atmospheres.

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Fire Helmet Lights — NFPA 1971 Certified
NFPA 1971 Section 8.6 (2018 Edition) — the mandatory standard for fire service flashlights. All models mount to any structural fire helmet with 360° adjustable bracket.
Nightstick NSP-4638B FORGE II Fire Helmet Light
Nightstick
NSP-4638B — FORGE® II
Newest FORGE model — high-candela single CR123A helmet light with 172 m beam
  • NFPA 1971-8.6 (2018 Edition) certified
  • 350 lm high / 125 lm low
  • 7,360 candela peak beam intensity
  • Beam distance: 172 m
  • IP-67 waterproof (1 m / 30 min)
  • 1× CR123A battery — 3.4 oz (96 g)
  • 360° adjustable helmet mount
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Nightstick NSP-4640B FORGE Fire Helmet Light
Nightstick
NSP-4640B — FORGE®
Multi-mode fire helmet light with the longest beam in the FORGE range — 218 m
  • NFPA 1971-8.6 (2018 Edition) certified
  • 360 lm high / 180 lm med / 30 lm low
  • 11,928 candela peak beam intensity
  • Beam distance: 218 m
  • IP-X7 waterproof (1 m / 30 min)
  • 2× CR123A batteries
  • 360° adjustable helmet mount + strobe
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Nightstick NSP-4650B FORTEM Dual-Light Fire Helmet Light
Nightstick
NSP-4650B — FORTEM® Dual-Light
Spotlight + integrated floodlight in one NFPA-certified helmet mount — hands-free wide-area illumination
  • NFPA 1971-8.6 (2018 Edition) certified
  • Spotlight: 220 / 100 / 30 lm
  • Floodlight: 100 / 50 / 15 lm
  • 8,073 candela — 183 m beam
  • IP-X7 waterproof
  • 2× CR123A batteries
  • 360° helmet mount + strobe
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Nightstick FDL-300R-K01 Tactical Fire Light
Nightstick
FDL-300R-K01 — Tactical Fire Light
Momentary-on or constant-on tactical light with 140° adjustable mount — simple, reliable, 190 m beam
  • NFPA 1971-8.6 (2018 Edition) certified
  • 180 lm output
  • 9,150 candela peak beam intensity
  • Beam distance: 190 m
  • IP-X7 waterproof
  • 2× CR123A batteries
  • Momentary or constant-on operation
  • 140° adjustable helmet mount (kit included)
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Intrinsically Safe Fire Helmet Lights — Zone 0 / Zone 2
NFPA 1971 fire certification combined with ATEX/IECEx intrinsic safety — for hazmat teams, industrial fire brigades, and operations in explosive atmospheres.
Nightstick XPP-5465R FORGE IS Fire Helmet Light
Nightstick
XPP-5465R — FORGE® IS
Full FORGE® performance with Class I Division 2 / Zone 2 intrinsic safety — for industrial fire brigades
  • NFPA 1971-8.6 (2018 Edition) certified
  • Class I Div 2 / Zone 2 IS certified
  • 360 lm high / 180 lm med / 25 lm low
  • 11,928 candela — 218 m beam
  • IP-67 waterproof
  • 2× CR123A batteries
  • 360° adjustable helmet mount
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Nightstick XPP-5466R FORTEM IS Dual-Light
Nightstick
XPP-5466R — FORTEM® IS Dual-Light
Zone 0 (Ex ia IIC T4 Ga) dual-light helmet torch — the highest IS classification available for fire service lighting
  • NFPA 1971-8.6 (2018 Edition) certified
  • Class I Div 1 / Zone 0 IS (Ex ia IIC T4 Ga)
  • Spotlight: 250 / 100 / 25 lm
  • Floodlight: 115 / 50 / 10 lm
  • 10,335 candela — 203 m beam
  • IP-67 waterproof
  • 2× CR123A batteries + strobe
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Nightstick XPP-5418RX Zone 0 IS Flashlight
Nightstick
XPP-5418RX — IS Flashlight (Zone 0)
Zone 0 intrinsically safe handheld flashlight on standard AA batteries — convertible to helmet mount via optional kit
  • ATEX / IECEx Zone 0 certified
  • 200 lm output
  • IP-67 waterproof
  • 3× AA alkaline batteries
  • Helmet mount kit available (XPP-5418RX-K01)
  • Suitable for explosive gas and vapour atmospheres
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Nightstick XPR-5568RX INTRANT IS Rechargeable Dual-Light Angle Light
Nightstick
XPR-5568RX — INTRANT® IS Rechargeable Dual-Light Angle Light
Zone 0 (Ex ia IIC T4 Ga) rechargeable dual-light angle light — pivoting flashlight + 45° downward LED flashlight — rechargeable Li-ion
  • Zone rating: Zone 0 (Ex ia IIC T4 Ga)
  • Output: 200 lm / 500 lm
  • Battery: Internal Li-ion, USB-C charging
  • IP rating: IP67
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How to Choose Intrinsically Safe Lighting

The right IS flashlight depends on your hazardous area zone classification and whether your team also needs NFPA fire service certification. Here's what the zone ratings mean in practice.

ATEX / IECEx Hazardous Zone Explained

Zone Definition Typical Locations Nightstick Model
Zone 0 Explosive atmosphere present continuously or for long periods Inside fuel tanks, enclosed vessels, confined spaces with gas XPP-5466R, XPP-5418RX, XPR-5568RX
Zone 1 Explosive atmosphere likely during normal operation Oil & gas processing, pump rooms, LPG handling areas XPR-5568GX, XPR-5582RX
Zone 2 Explosive atmosphere unlikely in normal operation; possible in abnormal conditions Industrial plants, refineries (general areas), petrochemical storage XPP-5465R, XPP-5466R

ATEX vs IECEx — What's the Difference?

Both ATEX and IECEx certify equipment for use in explosive atmospheres, but they apply in different regions. ATEX is the European Union directive (required for EU member states). IECEx is the international scheme — recognised in UAE, GCC, Australia, South Africa and most countries outside the EU. All Nightstick IS models supplied by Fire and Rescue Tech carry both ATEX and IECEx certification, so they are valid in Europe, UAE, Egypt, and across Africa.

Fire Service vs IS Lighting — Do You Need Both?

Industrial fire brigades operating in oil & gas facilities often need lighting that is both NFPA 1971 certified (for fire service use) and intrinsically safe (for the explosive atmosphere). The Nightstick XPP-5465R and XPP-5466R carry both NFPA 1971 Section 8.6 and ATEX/IECEx Zone 0/2 certification — making them the correct choice for ARFF teams and industrial fire brigades working in hazardous areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does intrinsically safe mean for a flashlight?

An intrinsically safe (IS) flashlight is designed so that it cannot produce a spark or thermal event capable of igniting a flammable atmosphere. This makes it safe for use in explosive environments such as oil rigs, chemical plants and gas facilities.

What ATEX rating should I look for?

For most petrochemical and industrial environments in UAE and GCC, look for ATEX Zone 1/Zone 2 approval (or IECEx equivalent). Nightstick XPR-5568GX and XPR-5582RX are rated for Zone 1 hazardous locations.

Are Nightstick lights suitable for ARFF use?

Yes — Nightstick produces NFPA 1901-compliant scene lights and helmet lights specifically designed for fire service and ARFF use, combining high lumen output with rugged, waterproof construction.

What is the difference between intrinsically safe and explosion proof?

Intrinsically safe (IS) equipment limits the electrical energy in the circuit so it cannot ignite an explosive atmosphere — even under fault conditions. Explosion proof (Ex d) equipment contains any ignition inside a heavy enclosure that can withstand an internal explosion. IS equipment is lighter, smaller and easier to carry; explosion proof tends to be used for fixed installations. For personal flashlights in oil & gas or fire service use, IS is the correct classification.

Which Nightstick model is right for Zone 0 oil & gas use?

For Zone 0 locations (highest risk — continuous explosive atmosphere), specify the Nightstick XPP-5466R FORTEM IS Dual-Light or the XPR-5568RX INTRANT IS Rechargeable Angle Light. Both carry Ex ia IIC T4 Ga certification — the highest intrinsic safety classification. The XPP-5466R also carries NFPA 1971-8.6 fire service certification.

Are IECEx certified flashlights accepted in UAE and GCC?

Yes — IECEx is the recognised certification scheme across UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman for hazardous area equipment. Nightstick IS models carrying IECEx certification are fully compliant with UAE ESMA and GCC safety authority requirements for use in Zone 0, 1 and 2 hazardous locations.

Do Nightstick lights work with all structural firefighting helmets?

Yes — all Nightstick FORGE and FORTEM helmet lights use a 360° adjustable bracket that fits Brandbull, Rosenbauer, MSA Gallet, Dräger HPS and most other EN 443 structural firefighting helmets. The bracket clips onto the helmet brim — no tools required. Contact us if you need to confirm compatibility with a specific helmet model.

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