IP05 vs IPX8
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP05 and IPX8 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 5 vs 8). IP05 is rated for no protection and water jets (6.3 mm nozzle), while IPX8 provides no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified).
Under IEC 60529, IP05 specifies no protection against solid objects and protection against water jets. Water projected by a 6.3 mm nozzle against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 0 with second-digit (liquid) level 5.
IPX8 protects against continuous immersion under manufacturer-specified conditions (depth and duration), with solid protection not specified. The standard for submersible consumer electronics.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP05
0 — No Protection
IPX8
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP05
5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IPX8
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Dust-tight
IP05
No
IPX8
No
Water-jet resistant
IP05
Yes
IPX8
Yes
Submersible
IP05
No
IPX8
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP05
Yes
IPX8
Yes
The exact difference (IP05 vs IPX8)
Solid protection
IP05
Level 0 — No Protection
IPX8
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP05 and IPX8 share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP05
Level 5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IPX8
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP05 handles 30 kPa (Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)), while IPX8 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)). IPX8 provides 3 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IPX8 offers higher overall protection than IP05. Choose IPX8 for harsher environments; IP05 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.