IP08 vs IP09K
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IP09K are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 8 vs 9K). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP09K provides no protection and high-pressure, high-temp water jets.
Built to withstand no protection against solid objects and protection against the effects of continuous immersion in water under conditions specified by the manufacturer.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP08, it pairs solid level 0 with liquid level 8.
The IP09K rating offers no protection against solid objects and resistance to high-pressure (8–10 MPa), high-temperature (80 °C) water jets. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 0 with second-digit (liquid) level 9K.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IP09K
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP09K
9 — High-Pressure, High-Temp Water Jets
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IP09K
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IP09K
Yes
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IP09K
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IP09K
Yes
The exact difference (IP08 vs IP09K)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP09K
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP08 and IP09K share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP09K
Level 9 — High-Pressure, High-Temp Water Jets
IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IP09K handles 8–10 MPa (High-Pressure, High-Temp Water Jets). IP09K provides 1 level more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP09K offers higher overall protection than IP08. Choose IP09K for harsher environments; IP08 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.