IP35 vs IPX5
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP35 and IPX5 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 3 vs 0). IP35 is rated for > 2.5 mm — tool / wire and water jets (6.3 mm nozzle), while IPX5 provides no protection and water jets (6.3 mm nozzle).
Built to withstand protection against solid objects larger than 2.5 mm and protection against water jets. Water projected by a 6.3 mm nozzle against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP35, it pairs solid level 3 with liquid level 5.
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)
IP35
3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IPX5
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP35
5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IPX5
5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
Dust-tight
IP35
No
IPX5
No
Water-jet resistant
IP35
Yes
IPX5
Yes
Submersible
IP35
No
IPX5
No
Outdoor suitable
IP35
Yes
IPX5
Yes
The exact difference (IP35 vs IPX5)
Solid protection
IP35
Level 3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IPX5
Level 0 — No Protection
IP35 provides "> 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire" (level 3), while IPX5 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP35 is 3 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP35
Level 5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IPX5
Level 5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
Both IP35 and IPX5 share the same liquid protection: Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle).
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP35 offers higher overall protection than IPX5. Choose IP35 for harsher environments; IPX5 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.