IP00 vs IP57
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP00 and IP57 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 5) and liquid protection (level 0 vs 7). IP00 is rated for no protection and no protection, while IP57 provides dust-protected and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
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.
IP57 is dust-protected and tolerates temporary immersion up to 1 m for 30 minutes. Useful for portable devices that may be dropped in shallow water.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP57
5 — Dust-Protected
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP00
0 — No Protection
IP57
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP00
No
IP57
Limited
Water-jet resistant
IP00
No
IP57
Yes
Submersible
IP00
No
IP57
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP00
No
IP57
Yes
The exact difference (IP00 vs IP57)
Solid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP57
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP57 provides "Dust-Protected" (level 5). IP57 is 5 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP00
Level 0 — No Protection
IP57
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP00 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP57 provides "Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)" (level 7). IP57 is 7 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP57 offers higher overall protection than IP00. Choose IP57 for harsher environments; IP00 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.