IP08 vs IP13
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IP13 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 1) and liquid protection (level 8 vs 3). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP13 provides > 50 mm — back of hand and spraying water (up to 60°).
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 IP13 rating offers protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and protection against spraying water. Water sprayed at an angle up to 60° on either side of the vertical shall have no harmful effects.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 1 with second-digit (liquid) level 3.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IP13
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP13
3 — Spraying Water (up to 60°)
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IP13
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IP13
No
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IP13
No
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IP13
No
The exact difference (IP08 vs IP13)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP13
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP08 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP13 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1). IP13 is 1 level higher.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP13
Level 3 — Spraying Water (up to 60°)
IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IP13 handles 80 kPa (tube) / 50 kPa (nozzle) (Spraying Water (up to 60°)). IP08 provides 5 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP08 offers higher overall protection than IP13. Choose IP08 for harsher environments; IP13 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.