IP58 vs IP07
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP58 and IP07 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 5 vs 0) and liquid protection (level 8 vs 7). IP58 is rated for dust-protected and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP07 provides no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
IP58 is dust-protected and rated for continuous immersion in water under manufacturer-specified conditions. A niche rating for equipment that must operate submerged while allowing limited dust ingress.
IP07 is an ingress protection code that ensures no protection against solid objects and protection against the effects of temporary immersion in water. Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 0 with second-digit (liquid) level 7.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP58
5 — Dust-Protected
IP07
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP58
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP58
Limited
IP07
No
Water-jet resistant
IP58
Yes
IP07
Yes
Submersible
IP58
Yes
IP07
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP58
Yes
IP07
Yes
The exact difference (IP58 vs IP07)
Solid protection
IP58
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IP58 provides "Dust-Protected" (level 5), while IP07 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP58 is 5 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP58
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP58 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IP07 handles Hydrostatic ~10 kPa at 1 m (Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)). IP58 provides 1 level more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP58 offers higher overall protection than IP07. Choose IP58 for harsher environments; IP07 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.