IP00 vs IP30
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP00 and IP30 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 3). IP00 is rated for no protection and no protection, while IP30 provides > 2.5 mm — tool / wire and no protection.
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.
IP30 protects against tools and 2.5 mm solid objects but offers no water protection. A basic indoor rating for equipment in dry, low-dust environments where only tool-access protection is required.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP30
3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP30
0 — No Protection
Dust-tight
IP00
No
IP30
No
Water-jet resistant
IP00
No
IP30
No
Submersible
IP00
No
IP30
No
Outdoor suitable
IP00
No
IP30
No
The exact difference (IP00 vs IP30)
Solid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP30
Level 3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP30 provides "> 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire" (level 3). IP30 is 3 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP30
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP00 and IP30 share the same liquid protection: No Protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP30 offers higher overall protection than IP00. Choose IP30 for harsher environments; IP00 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.