IP07 vs IP17
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP07 and IP17 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 1). IP07 is rated for no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IP17 provides > 50 mm — back of hand and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
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.
Built to withstand protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and protection against the effects of temporary immersion in water. Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP17, it pairs solid level 1 with liquid level 7.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP07
0 — No Protection
IP17
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP17
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP07
No
IP17
No
Water-jet resistant
IP07
Yes
IP17
Yes
Submersible
IP07
Yes
IP17
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP07
Yes
IP17
Yes
The exact difference (IP07 vs IP17)
Solid protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IP17
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP07 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP17 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1). IP17 is 1 level higher.
Liquid protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP17
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Both IP07 and IP17 share the same liquid protection: Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m).
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP17 offers higher overall protection than IP07. Choose IP17 for harsher environments; IP07 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.