IP02 vs IP22
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP02 and IP22 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 2). IP02 is rated for no protection and dripping water at 15° tilt, while IP22 provides > 12.5 mm — finger and dripping water at 15° tilt.
Engineered to deliver no protection against solid objects and protection against vertically falling drops of water when the enclosure is tilted up to 15° from its normal position.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP02, it pairs solid level 0 with liquid level 2.
IP22 protects against fingers and 12.5 mm objects, plus vertically dripping water when tilted up to 15°. Common for indoor equipment that may encounter occasional condensation or drips.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP02
0 — No Protection
IP22
2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP02
2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
IP22
2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
Dust-tight
IP02
No
IP22
No
Water-jet resistant
IP02
No
IP22
No
Submersible
IP02
No
IP22
No
Outdoor suitable
IP02
No
IP22
No
The exact difference (IP02 vs IP22)
Solid protection
IP02
Level 0 — No Protection
IP22
Level 2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IP02 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP22 provides "> 12.5 mm — Finger" (level 2). IP22 is 2 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP02
Level 2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
IP22
Level 2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
Both IP02 and IP22 share the same liquid protection: Dripping Water at 15° Tilt.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP22 offers higher overall protection than IP02. Choose IP22 for harsher environments; IP02 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.