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IP Rating Table

🛡️ IP Rating Table

Ingress Protection per IEC 60529. Format: IP[Dust][Water]. X = not rated.

First Digit — Solid Object Protection

LevelObject SizeProtection Description
0—No protection against contact or ingress
1>50 mmProtection against large body surfaces (e.g., back of hand)
2>12.5 mmProtection against fingers or similar objects
3>2.5 mmProtection against tools, thick wires
4>1 mmProtection against most wires, screws, ants
5Dust protectedLimited ingress of dust (no harmful deposit)
6Dust tightComplete protection against dust ingress

Second Digit — Liquid Ingress Protection

LevelTestProtection Description
0—No protection
1Dripping waterVertically falling drops (condensation)
2Dripping (15° tilt)Vertically dripping water with enclosure tilted 15°
3Spraying waterWater spray up to 60° from vertical
4Splashing waterWater splashing from any direction
5Water jetsWater jets (6.3mm nozzle) from any direction
6Powerful jetsPowerful water jets (12.5mm nozzle)
6KPowerful jets+Powerful jets with increased pressure
7Immersion (1m)Immersion up to 1m depth for 30 minutes
8SubmersionContinuous immersion beyond 1m (manufacturer spec)
9KHigh-pressure steamHigh-pressure, high-temperature jet cleaning

Common IP Ratings

RatingMeaningTypical Use
IP20Touch-safe, no water protectionIndoor electronics, switches
IP44Splash-proofOutdoor lights, bathroom fixtures
IP54Dust protected, splash-proofOutdoor enclosures
IP55Dust protected, jet-proofIndustrial equipment
IP65Dust-tight, jet-proofOutdoor LED strips, junction boxes
IP66Dust-tight, powerful jetsIndustrial panels, outdoor cameras
IP67Dust-tight, immersible (1m)Smartphones, connectors
IP68Dust-tight, submersibleDive watches, underwater lights
IP69KDust-tight, steam jetFood industry, vehicle wash

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