IP22 vs IP62
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP22 and IP62 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 2 vs 6). IP22 is rated for > 12.5 mm — finger and dripping water at 15° tilt, while IP62 provides dust-tight and dripping water at 15° tilt.
IP22 protects against fingers and 12.5 mm objects, plus vertically dripping water when tilted up to 15°. Common for indoor equipment that may encounter occasional condensation or drips.
Built to withstand dust-tight (no ingress of dust) and protection against vertically falling drops of water when the enclosure is tilted up to 15° from its normal position.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP62, it pairs solid level 6 with liquid level 2.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP22
2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IP62
6 — Dust-Tight
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP22
2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
IP62
2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
Dust-tight
IP22
No
IP62
Yes
Water-jet resistant
IP22
No
IP62
No
Submersible
IP22
No
IP62
No
Outdoor suitable
IP22
No
IP62
No
The exact difference (IP22 vs IP62)
Solid protection
IP22
Level 2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IP62
Level 6 — Dust-Tight
IP22 provides "> 12.5 mm — Finger" (level 2), while IP62 provides "Dust-Tight" (level 6). IP62 is 4 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP22
Level 2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
IP62
Level 2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
Both IP22 and IP62 share the same liquid protection: Dripping Water at 15° Tilt.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP62 offers higher overall protection than IP22. Choose IP62 for harsher environments; IP22 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.