IP10 vs IPX8
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP10 and IPX8 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 1 vs 0) and liquid protection (level 0 vs 8). IP10 is rated for > 50 mm — back of hand and no protection, while IPX8 provides no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified).
IP10 provides protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and no protection against water. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 1 with second-digit (liquid) level 0.
IPX8 protects against continuous immersion under manufacturer-specified conditions (depth and duration), with solid protection not specified. The standard for submersible consumer electronics.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP10
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IPX8
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP10
0 — No Protection
IPX8
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Dust-tight
IP10
No
IPX8
No
Water-jet resistant
IP10
No
IPX8
Yes
Submersible
IP10
No
IPX8
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP10
No
IPX8
Yes
The exact difference (IP10 vs IPX8)
Solid protection
IP10
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IPX8
Level 0 — No Protection
IP10 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1), while IPX8 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP10 is 1 level higher.
Liquid protection
IP10
Level 0 — No Protection
IPX8
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP10 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IPX8 provides "Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)" (level 8). IPX8 is 8 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IPX8 offers higher overall protection than IP10. Choose IPX8 for harsher environments; IP10 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.