IP07 vs IP47
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP07 and IP47 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 4). IP07 is rated for no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IP47 provides > 1 mm — small wires and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
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.
IP47 provides protection against solid objects larger than 1.0 mm 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 4 with second-digit (liquid) level 7.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP07
0 — No Protection
IP47
4 — > 1 mm — Small Wires
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP47
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP07
No
IP47
No
Water-jet resistant
IP07
Yes
IP47
Yes
Submersible
IP07
Yes
IP47
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP07
Yes
IP47
Yes
The exact difference (IP07 vs IP47)
Solid protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IP47
Level 4 — > 1 mm — Small Wires
IP07 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP47 provides "> 1 mm — Small Wires" (level 4). IP47 is 4 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP47
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Both IP07 and IP47 share the same liquid protection: Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m).
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP47 offers higher overall protection than IP07. Choose IP47 for harsher environments; IP07 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.