IP67 vs IP17
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP67 and IP17 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 6 vs 1). IP67 is rated for dust-tight and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IP17 provides > 50 mm — back of hand and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
IP67 is dust-tight and withstands temporary immersion in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. The go-to rating for outdoor and rugged devices that may be briefly submerged.
Built to withstand protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and protection against the effects of temporary immersion in water. Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP17, it pairs solid level 1 with liquid level 7.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP67
6 — Dust-Tight
IP17
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP67
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP17
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP67
Yes
IP17
No
Water-jet resistant
IP67
Yes
IP17
Yes
Submersible
IP67
Yes
IP17
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP67
Yes
IP17
Yes
The exact difference (IP67 vs IP17)
Solid protection
IP67
Level 6 — Dust-Tight
IP17
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP67 provides "Dust-Tight" (level 6), while IP17 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1). IP67 is 5 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP67
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP17
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Both IP67 and IP17 share the same liquid protection: Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m).
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP67 offers higher overall protection than IP17. Choose IP67 for harsher environments; IP17 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.