IP08 vs IP30
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IP30 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 3) and liquid protection (level 8 vs 0). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP30 provides > 2.5 mm — tool / wire and no protection.
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.
IP30 protects against tools and 2.5 mm solid objects but offers no water protection. A basic indoor rating for equipment in dry, low-dust environments where only tool-access protection is required.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IP30
3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP30
0 — No Protection
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IP30
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IP30
No
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IP30
No
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IP30
No
The exact difference (IP08 vs IP30)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP30
Level 3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IP08 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP30 provides "> 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire" (level 3). IP30 is 3 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP30
Level 0 — No Protection
IP08 provides "Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)" (level 8), while IP30 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP08 is 8 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP08 offers higher overall protection than IP30. Choose IP08 for harsher environments; IP30 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.