IP58 vs IP53
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP58 and IP53 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 8 vs 3). IP58 is rated for dust-protected and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP53 provides dust-protected and spraying water (up to 60°).
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.
Built to withstand dust-protected (limited ingress, no harmful deposit) and protection against spraying water. Water sprayed at an angle up to 60° on either side of the vertical shall have no harmful effects.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP53, it pairs solid level 5 with liquid level 3.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP58
5 — Dust-Protected
IP53
5 — Dust-Protected
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP58
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP53
3 — Spraying Water (up to 60°)
Dust-tight
IP58
Limited
IP53
Limited
Water-jet resistant
IP58
Yes
IP53
No
Submersible
IP58
Yes
IP53
No
Outdoor suitable
IP58
Yes
IP53
No
The exact difference (IP58 vs IP53)
Solid protection
IP58
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
IP53
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
Both IP58 and IP53 share the same solid protection: Dust-Protected.
Liquid protection
IP58
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP53
Level 3 — Spraying Water (up to 60°)
IP58 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IP53 handles 80 kPa (tube) / 50 kPa (nozzle) (Spraying Water (up to 60°)). IP58 provides 5 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP58 offers higher overall protection than IP53. Choose IP58 for harsher environments; IP53 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.