IP65 vs IP08
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP65 and IP08 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 6 vs 0) and liquid protection (level 5 vs 8). IP65 is rated for dust-tight and water jets (6.3 mm nozzle), while IP08 provides no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified).
IP65 is dust-tight and resists low-pressure water jets (6.3 mm nozzle, 30 kPa). It is the most common standard for fully exposed outdoor electronics such as lighting, cameras, and EV chargers.
Built to withstand no protection against solid objects and protection against the effects of continuous immersion in water under conditions specified by the manufacturer.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP08, it pairs solid level 0 with liquid level 8.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP65
6 — Dust-Tight
IP08
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP65
5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Dust-tight
IP65
Yes
IP08
No
Water-jet resistant
IP65
Yes
IP08
Yes
Submersible
IP65
No
IP08
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP65
Yes
IP08
Yes
The exact difference (IP65 vs IP08)
Solid protection
IP65
Level 6 — Dust-Tight
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP65 provides "Dust-Tight" (level 6), while IP08 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP65 is 6 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP65
Level 5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP65 handles 30 kPa (Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)), while IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)). IP08 provides 3 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP65 offers higher overall protection than IP08. Choose IP65 for harsher environments; IP08 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.