IP00 vs IP34
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP00 and IP34 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 3) and liquid protection (level 0 vs 4). IP00 is rated for no protection and no protection, while IP34 provides > 2.5 mm — tool / wire and splashing water (all directions).
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.
IP34 is an ingress protection code that ensures protection against solid objects larger than 2.5 mm and protection against splashing water. Water splashed against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 3 with second-digit (liquid) level 4.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP34
3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP34
4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
Dust-tight
IP00
No
IP34
No
Water-jet resistant
IP00
No
IP34
No
Submersible
IP00
No
IP34
No
Outdoor suitable
IP00
No
IP34
Yes
The exact difference (IP00 vs IP34)
Solid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP34
Level 3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP34 provides "> 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire" (level 3). IP34 is 3 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP34
Level 4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP34 provides "Splashing Water (all directions)" (level 4). IP34 is 4 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP34 offers higher overall protection than IP00. Choose IP34 for harsher environments; IP00 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.