IP07 vs IP54
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP07 and IP54 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 5) and liquid protection (level 7 vs 4). IP07 is rated for no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IP54 provides dust-protected 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.
IP54 is dust-protected (limited ingress, no harmful deposit) and resists splashing water from any direction. A versatile rating for industrial and outdoor-covered equipment in dusty, damp environments.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP07
0 — No Protection
IP54
5 — Dust-Protected
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP54
4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
Dust-tight
IP07
No
IP54
Limited
Water-jet resistant
IP07
Yes
IP54
No
Submersible
IP07
Yes
IP54
No
Outdoor suitable
IP07
Yes
IP54
Yes
The exact difference (IP07 vs IP54)
Solid protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IP54
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
IP07 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP54 provides "Dust-Protected" (level 5). IP54 is 5 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP54
Level 4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP07 handles Hydrostatic ~10 kPa at 1 m (Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)), while IP54 handles 50–100 kPa (Splashing Water (all directions)). IP07 provides 3 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP54 offers higher overall protection than IP07. Choose IP54 for harsher environments; IP07 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.