IP07 vs IP10
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP07 and IP10 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 1) and liquid protection (level 7 vs 0). IP07 is rated for no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IP10 provides > 50 mm — back of hand and no protection.
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.
IP10 provides protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and no protection against water. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 1 with second-digit (liquid) level 0.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP07
0 — No Protection
IP10
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP10
0 — No Protection
Dust-tight
IP07
No
IP10
No
Water-jet resistant
IP07
Yes
IP10
No
Submersible
IP07
Yes
IP10
No
Outdoor suitable
IP07
Yes
IP10
No
The exact difference (IP07 vs IP10)
Solid protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IP10
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP07 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP10 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1). IP10 is 1 level higher.
Liquid protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP10
Level 0 — No Protection
IP07 provides "Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)" (level 7), while IP10 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP07 is 7 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP07 offers higher overall protection than IP10. Choose IP07 for harsher environments; IP10 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.