IP07 vs IP13
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP07 and IP13 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 1) and liquid protection (level 7 vs 3). IP07 is rated for no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IP13 provides > 50 mm — back of hand and spraying water (up to 60°).
IP07 is an ingress protection code that ensures no protection against solid objects and protection against the effects of temporary immersion in water. Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 0 with second-digit (liquid) level 7.
The IP13 rating offers protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and protection against spraying water. Water sprayed at an angle up to 60° on either side of the vertical shall have no harmful effects.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 1 with second-digit (liquid) level 3.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP07
0 — No Protection
IP13
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP13
3 — Spraying Water (up to 60°)
Dust-tight
IP07
No
IP13
No
Water-jet resistant
IP07
Yes
IP13
No
Submersible
IP07
Yes
IP13
No
Outdoor suitable
IP07
Yes
IP13
No
The exact difference (IP07 vs IP13)
Solid protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IP13
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP07 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP13 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1). IP13 is 1 level higher.
Liquid protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP13
Level 3 — Spraying Water (up to 60°)
IP07 handles Hydrostatic ~10 kPa at 1 m (Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)), while IP13 handles 80 kPa (tube) / 50 kPa (nozzle) (Spraying Water (up to 60°)). IP07 provides 4 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP07 offers higher overall protection than IP13. Choose IP07 for harsher environments; IP13 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.