IP06 vs IP08
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP06 and IP08 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 6 vs 8). IP06 is rated for no protection and powerful water jets (12.5 mm nozzle), while IP08 provides no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified).
With IP06, an enclosure receives no protection against solid objects and protection against powerful water jets. Water projected in powerful jets by a 12.5 mm nozzle against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 0 with second-digit (liquid) level 6.
Built to withstand no protection against solid objects and protection against the effects of continuous immersion in water under conditions specified by the manufacturer.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP08, it pairs solid level 0 with liquid level 8.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP06
0 — No Protection
IP08
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP06
6 — Powerful Water Jets (12.5 mm nozzle)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Dust-tight
IP06
No
IP08
No
Water-jet resistant
IP06
Yes
IP08
Yes
Submersible
IP06
No
IP08
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP06
Yes
IP08
Yes
The exact difference (IP06 vs IP08)
Solid protection
IP06
Level 0 — No Protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP06 and IP08 share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP06
Level 6 — Powerful Water Jets (12.5 mm nozzle)
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP06 handles 100 kPa (Powerful Water Jets (12.5 mm nozzle)), while IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)). IP08 provides 2 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP08 offers higher overall protection than IP06. Choose IP08 for harsher environments; IP06 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.