IP08 vs IP28
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IP28 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 2). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP28 provides > 12.5 mm — finger and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified).
Built to withstand no protection against solid objects and protection against the effects of continuous immersion in water under conditions specified by the manufacturer.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP08, it pairs solid level 0 with liquid level 8.
Specified under IEC 60529, IP28 denotes protection against solid objects larger than 12.5 mm and protection against the effects of continuous immersion in water under conditions specified by the manufacturer.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 2 with second-digit (liquid) level 8.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IP28
2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP28
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IP28
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IP28
Yes
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IP28
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IP28
Yes
The exact difference (IP08 vs IP28)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP28
Level 2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IP08 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP28 provides "> 12.5 mm — Finger" (level 2). IP28 is 2 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP28
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Both IP08 and IP28 share the same liquid protection: Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified).
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP28 offers higher overall protection than IP08. Choose IP28 for harsher environments; IP08 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.