IP08 vs IP17
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IP17 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 1) and liquid protection (level 8 vs 7). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP17 provides > 50 mm — back of hand and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
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.
Built to withstand protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and protection against the effects of temporary immersion in water. Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP17, it pairs solid level 1 with liquid level 7.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IP17
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP17
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IP17
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IP17
Yes
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IP17
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IP17
Yes
The exact difference (IP08 vs IP17)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP17
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP08 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP17 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1). IP17 is 1 level higher.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP17
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IP17 handles Hydrostatic ~10 kPa at 1 m (Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)). IP08 provides 1 level more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP08 and IP17 offer comparable overall protection; choose based on the specific protection dimension (dust vs. water) that matters most for your application.