Explanation of IP Classifications

IP

First digit indicates protection against solids

IP

Second digit indicates protection against liquids

4

Protection against foreign bodies with diameters > 1mm

4

Protected against splash water

5

Completely dust proof, protection against deposits of dust inside

5

Protected against water jets (from all directions)

6

Completely dust tight, protection against ingress of dust

6

Protected against the ingress of water upon temporary flooding

    7

Protected against the ingress of water upon diving