IP6X
Last updated: Aug 9, 2026IP6X is fully dust-tight—no ingress of dust whatsoever—with water protection not specified. The highest solid-protection rating, used where complete dust exclusion is critical.
Solid 6
Dust-Tight
Liquid 0
No Protection
What IP6X means
The IP code IP6X is part of the IEC 60529 standard for ingress protection. The first characteristic numeral, 6, indicates the level of protection against solid objects and access to hazardous parts. The second numeral, X, indicates the level of protection against the ingress of water. Together, these digits describe exactly what an enclosure rated IP6X can withstand.
For solid protection, the digit 6 means the enclosure is dust-tight. Protected against access to hazardous parts with a wire. No ingress of dust whatsoever. The test method is dust chamber (talcum powder) for 8 hours (2 hours if equipment is in operation) with enclosure under reduced internal pressure; no dust ingress permitted.
For liquid protection, the digit X means the enclosure resists no protection. No special protection against the ingress of water. The test procedure is no test required.
IP6X vs IP65: IP65 pairs dust-tightness with water-jet resistance. When specifying IP6X for a project, confirm the rating certificate from the manufacturer and consider that seals degrade over time with temperature cycling, UV exposure, and chemical contact.
Full specification table
| Parameter | Solid digit (6) | Liquid digit (X) |
|---|---|---|
| Protection level | Dust-Tight | No Protection |
| Description | Protected against access to hazardous parts with a wire. No ingress of dust whatsoever. | No special protection against the ingress of water. |
| Test method | Dust chamber (talcum powder) for 8 hours (2 hours if equipment is in operation) with enclosure under reduced internal pressure; no dust ingress permitted. | No test required. |
| Object size / water pressure | No dust ingress | Not applicable |
| Test distance | Per standard | Not applicable |
| Test duration | Per standard | Not applicable |
Typical applications
Cleanroom equipment housings
Dust-exposed electronics kept dry
NEMA equivalent
Recommended products for IP6X
Dust-tight cleanroom enclosure
All IP6X comparisons
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IP43 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP43 for harsher environments; IP6
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IP45 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP45 for harsher environments; IP6
IP46 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP46 for harsher environments; IP6
IP47 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP47 for harsher environments; IP6
IP48 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP48 for harsher environments; IP6
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IP51 and IP6X offer comparable overall protection; choose based on the specific protection
IP52 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP52 for harsher environments; IP6
IP53 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP53 for harsher environments; IP6
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IP55 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP55 for harsher environments; IP6
IP56 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP56 for harsher environments; IP6
IP57 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP57 for harsher environments; IP6
IP58 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP58 for harsher environments; IP6
IP59K offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP59K for harsher environments; I
IP60 and IP6X offer comparable overall protection; choose based on the specific protection
IP61 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP61 for harsher environments; IP6
IP62 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP62 for harsher environments; IP6
IP63 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP63 for harsher environments; IP6
IP64 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP64 for harsher environments; IP6
IP65 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP65 for harsher environments; IP6
IP66 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP66 for harsher environments; IP6
IP67 offers higher overall protection than IP6X. Choose IP67 for harsher environments; IP6
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