IP07 vs IP44
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP07 and IP44 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 4) and liquid protection (level 7 vs 4). IP07 is rated for no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IP44 provides > 1 mm — small wires and splashing water (all directions).
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.
IP44 protects against small solid objects (1 mm) and splashing water from any direction. It is the common minimum rating for outdoor-covered fixtures and bathroom zone equipment.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP07
0 — No Protection
IP44
4 — > 1 mm — Small Wires
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP44
4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
Dust-tight
IP07
No
IP44
No
Water-jet resistant
IP07
Yes
IP44
No
Submersible
IP07
Yes
IP44
No
Outdoor suitable
IP07
Yes
IP44
Yes
The exact difference (IP07 vs IP44)
Solid protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IP44
Level 4 — > 1 mm — Small Wires
IP07 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP44 provides "> 1 mm — Small Wires" (level 4). IP44 is 4 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP44
Level 4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP07 handles Hydrostatic ~10 kPa at 1 m (Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)), while IP44 handles 50–100 kPa (Splashing Water (all directions)). IP07 provides 3 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP44 offers higher overall protection than IP07. Choose IP44 for harsher environments; IP07 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.