IP08 vs IP5X
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IP5X are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 5) and liquid protection (level 8 vs 0). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP5X provides dust-protected 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.
IP5X is dust-protected (limited ingress, no harmful deposit) with water protection not specified. Used where dust limitation matters but the equipment is kept dry.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IP5X
5 — Dust-Protected
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP5X
0 — No Protection
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IP5X
Limited
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IP5X
No
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IP5X
No
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IP5X
No
The exact difference (IP08 vs IP5X)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP5X
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
IP08 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP5X provides "Dust-Protected" (level 5). IP5X is 5 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP5X
Level 0 — No Protection
IP08 provides "Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)" (level 8), while IP5X 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 IP5X. Choose IP08 for harsher environments; IP5X may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.