What does the name FERMI come from?

The name comes from the Fermi Paradox, which asks why we haven’t seen evidence of alien life in the universe, despite the high likelihood of its existence.

What kind of bulbs can I use?

Important: FERMI lamps should only be used with LED bulbs. Incandescent and Halogen bulbs run at much higher temperatures and could potentially partially melt the body or shade of the lamp, or even start a fire.

Currently all lamps ship with Phillips Ultra Definition bulbs. These bulbs have a high color-rendering index, dim beautifully, and are fairly easy to find in stores or online. The Visitor and Nimbus lamps both use the standard A19 bulb shape, while the Nessi lamps use a larger G25 globe bulb. Any dimmable E26 bulb (the standard US bulb) will work in any of the lamps. The Nessi however will only look correct with a G25 globe. For a slight upgrade, Liii & Artman make a gorgeous matte white G25 bulb that also looks great in the Nessi.

Why LED bulbs? 

LED bulbs have come a long way since the early days of flat, washed-out colors that did not dim well. Today, LEDlightbulb technology offers many benefits over traditional incandescent bulbs: far less heat, much more efficient power consumption, and a longer life. FERMI lamps use trailing-edge dimmers that are specifically designed to work with LEDs. The Phillips High Definition bulbs included with each purchase have been selected for their great color-rendering index and smooth dimmability. They don't flicker, except occasionally at very dim settings. If you have tested with multiple bulbs and continue to have a flicker, reach out to support@fermi.nyc

When was FERMI launched?

We are a brand new company! We launched in September of 2025.

How do I assemble my lamp?

The Visitor and Nessi lamps both come completely assembled. For the Nimbus lamp: the shade twists onto a cleat, and once properly seated it can be secured with a few turns of the included Allen wrench. Instructions are included.

How do I care for my lamp?

Always unplug your lamp before cleaning. Lamps can be gently cleaned with a damp cloth. A little dish soap can help if needed. As a relatively soft plastic, the Matte PLA material used for the lamps is susceptible to scratches. It’s best to avoid them in the first place, but if scratches do occur, they can be diminished by holding the scratched area over the steam from a boiling tea-kettle. Unplug the lamp first and keep hands away from the steam. 

Why does it take so long to ship?

All FERMI lamps are made to order. As a small operation, FERMI works as quickly as possible while also ensuring the highest quality product. Shipping may take up to 4 weeks; some orders may ship sooner. If you placed an order more than 4 weeks ago and haven’t received shipping info, please contact us at support@fermi.nyc. You can always get a full refund if you decide to cancel your order before it ships.

How did you determine pricing for each lamp? 

FERMI lamps are printed with thick shells and high infill ratios to ensure they are durable and sturdy 3D-printed objects. This means they use more material and take more time to manufacture than other 3D printed objects. Additional details have been carefully selected for their quality – the cloth-covered cords, weighted bases, and smooth-motion dimmers all contribute to production costs. We think the added quality is worth it. While our prices are higher than some mass-produced retail goods, we’ve tried to keep them as reasonable as possible. 

What kind of printers do you use? What kind of software?

We are currently running 3 Bambu P1Ps, 1 Bambu P1S and an Elegoo Centauri. The lamps are primarily designed in Plasticity, with additional work done in Blender.

Do you ship internationally?

Due to different power standards, plug types, and legal regulations, it’s currently not realistic for us to produce lamps for international markets. We’re hoping to expand shipping to Canada and Mexico at some point in the future.

What is your return policy?

We accept returns of undamaged products received within the last 30 days. We will cover shipping of returns in original packaging. Contact us at support@fermi.nyc