IP00 vs IP29K
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP00 and IP29K are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 2) and liquid protection (level 0 vs 9K). IP00 is rated for no protection and no protection, while IP29K provides > 12.5 mm — finger and high-pressure, high-temp water jets.
IP00 offers no protection against solid objects or moisture. It is suitable only for indoor, climate-controlled environments where the equipment is fully enclosed within another protective housing.
With IP29K, an enclosure receives protection against solid objects larger than 12.5 mm and resistance to high-pressure (8–10 MPa), high-temperature (80 °C) water jets. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 2 with second-digit (liquid) level 9K.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP29K
2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP29K
9 — High-Pressure, High-Temp Water Jets
Dust-tight
IP00
No
IP29K
No
Water-jet resistant
IP00
No
IP29K
Yes
Submersible
IP00
No
IP29K
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP00
No
IP29K
Yes
The exact difference (IP00 vs IP29K)
Solid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP29K
Level 2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP29K provides "> 12.5 mm — Finger" (level 2). IP29K is 2 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP29K
Level 9 — High-Pressure, High-Temp Water Jets
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP29K provides "High-Pressure, High-Temp Water Jets" (level 9). IP29K is 9 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP29K offers higher overall protection than IP00. Choose IP29K for harsher environments; IP00 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.