IP07 vs IPX7
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP07 and IPX7 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in their protection levels (they are equivalent). IP07 is rated for no protection and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IPX7 provides no protection 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.
IPX7 resists temporary immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes, with solid protection not specified. Common for portable electronics that may be dropped in water.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP07
0 — No Protection
IPX7
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP07
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IPX7
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP07
No
IPX7
No
Water-jet resistant
IP07
Yes
IPX7
Yes
Submersible
IP07
Yes
IPX7
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP07
Yes
IPX7
Yes
The exact difference (IP07 vs IPX7)
Solid protection
IP07
Level 0 — No Protection
IPX7
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP07 and IPX7 share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP07
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IPX7
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Both IP07 and IPX7 share the same liquid protection: Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m).
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP07 and IPX7 offer comparable overall protection; choose based on the specific protection dimension (dust vs. water) that matters most for your application.