What does IP 40 mean?

IP40. Protected from tools and small wires greater than 1 millimeter. Not protected from liquids.

What does IP 68 mean?

Devices backed by an international standard rating of IP68 are deemed fit enough to withstand dust, dirt and sand, and are resistant to submersion up to a maximum depth of 1.5m underwater for up to thirty minutes. *Based on test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes.

What is the meaning of Ingress Protection?

Ingress Protection rating (or just IP rating), is an international standard (IEC 60529) used to rate the degree of protection or sealing effectiveness in electrical enclosures against intrusion of objects, water, dust or accidental contact. It corresponds to the European standard EN 60529.

What is the best IP waterproof rating?

IP68 ratings occupy the very top of the IP rating scale. Both digits are at their maximum level: A 6 for total protection against solid ingress. An 8 for total protection against water ingress, up to and including complete submersion below one meter and for more than 30 minutes.

What IP rating do you need for a bathroom?

IP44
Requires a minimum IP liquid rating of 4. Any area that is outside zone 1 and 2 – no requirement but we always recommened IP44 as a minimum in bathrooms. See bathroom lighting ideas in our shop by room category.

What does IP rating 54 mean?

An IP54 rating means that your product will be protected against contamination from limited amounts of dust and other particles. Additionally, you can be confident that it will be protected from water sprays from all directions.

What is the difference between IP44 and IP67?

The difference between enclosures rated IP44 and IP67 is meaningful both in terms of level of protection and cost. An IP rating consists of two numbers. The first digit indicates the level of protection against solids while the second digit indicates the level of water ingress protection.

What is IP67 and IP68?

The differences between IP67 vs. IP68 enclosures are: An IP67 enclosure is rated to resist submersion, but only at a depth of 1 meter and for 30 minutes. An IP68 enclosure is rated to resist submersion of at least 1 meter and up to 30 minutes, plus an additional depth and length of time specified by the manufacturer.

Why is Ingress Protection important?

Any entry of solid/liquid ingress particle into the system could damage the electrical equipment. To avoid any such damages to the equipment or in certain cases to retain its efficiency it is important for the equipment to be IP compliant.