IP07 vs IPX4
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP07 and IPX4 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 7 vs 4). IP07 is rated for no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IPX4 provides no protection 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.
IPX4 (solid protection not specified) resists splashing water from any direction. A common minimum for bathroom and outdoor-covered appliances where dust sealing is not required.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP07
0 — No Protection
IPX4
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IPX4
4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
Dust-tight
IP07
No
IPX4
No
Water-jet resistant
IP07
Yes
IPX4
No
Submersible
IP07
Yes
IPX4
No
Outdoor suitable
IP07
Yes
IPX4
Yes
The exact difference (IP07 vs IPX4)
Solid protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IPX4
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP07 and IPX4 share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IPX4
Level 4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP07 handles Hydrostatic ~10 kPa at 1 m (Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)), while IPX4 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
IP07 offers higher overall protection than IPX4. Choose IP07 for harsher environments; IPX4 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.