IP08 vs IPX5
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IPX5 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 8 vs 5). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IPX5 provides no protection and water jets (6.3 mm nozzle).
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.
IPX5 resists low-pressure water jets (6.3 mm nozzle, 30 kPa) with solid protection not specified. Used where water-jet resistance matters more than dust sealing.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IPX5
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IPX5
5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IPX5
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IPX5
Yes
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IPX5
No
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IPX5
Yes
The exact difference (IP08 vs IPX5)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IPX5
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP08 and IPX5 share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IPX5
Level 5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IPX5 handles 30 kPa (Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)). IP08 provides 3 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP08 offers higher overall protection than IPX5. Choose IP08 for harsher environments; IPX5 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.