IP00 vs IP07
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP00 and IP07 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 0 vs 7). IP00 is rated for no protection and no protection, while IP07 provides no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
IP00 offers no protection against solid objects or moisture. It is suitable only for indoor, climate-controlled environments where the equipment is fully enclosed within another protective housing.
IP07 is an ingress protection code that ensures no protection against solid objects and protection against the effects of temporary immersion in water. Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 0 with second-digit (liquid) level 7.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP07
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP00
No
IP07
No
Water-jet resistant
IP00
No
IP07
Yes
Submersible
IP00
No
IP07
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP00
No
IP07
Yes
The exact difference (IP00 vs IP07)
Solid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP00 and IP07 share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP07 provides "Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)" (level 7). IP07 is 7 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP07 offers higher overall protection than IP00. Choose IP07 for harsher environments; IP00 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.