IP00 vs IP14
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP00 and IP14 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 1) and liquid protection (level 0 vs 4). IP00 is rated for no protection and no protection, while IP14 provides > 50 mm — back of hand and splashing water (all directions).
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.
Under IEC 60529, IP14 specifies protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and protection against splashing water. Water splashed against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 1 with second-digit (liquid) level 4.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP14
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP14
4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
Dust-tight
IP00
No
IP14
No
Water-jet resistant
IP00
No
IP14
No
Submersible
IP00
No
IP14
No
Outdoor suitable
IP00
No
IP14
Yes
The exact difference (IP00 vs IP14)
Solid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP14
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP14 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1). IP14 is 1 level higher.
Liquid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP14
Level 4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP14 provides "Splashing Water (all directions)" (level 4). IP14 is 4 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP14 offers higher overall protection than IP00. Choose IP14 for harsher environments; IP00 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.