IP08 vs IPX6
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IPX6 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 8 vs 6). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IPX6 provides no protection and powerful water jets (12.5 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.
IPX6 resists powerful water jets (12.5 mm nozzle, 100 kPa) with solid protection not specified. Suitable for heavy-rain or hose-exposed equipment where dust sealing is not required.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IPX6
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IPX6
6 — Powerful Water Jets (12.5 mm nozzle)
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IPX6
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IPX6
Yes
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IPX6
No
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IPX6
Yes
The exact difference (IP08 vs IPX6)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IPX6
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP08 and IPX6 share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IPX6
Level 6 — Powerful Water Jets (12.5 mm nozzle)
IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IPX6 handles 100 kPa (Powerful Water Jets (12.5 mm nozzle)). IP08 provides 2 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP08 offers higher overall protection than IPX6. Choose IP08 for harsher environments; IPX6 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.