IP08 vs IP22
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IP22 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 2) and liquid protection (level 8 vs 2). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP22 provides > 12.5 mm — finger and dripping water at 15° tilt.
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.
IP22 protects against fingers and 12.5 mm objects, plus vertically dripping water when tilted up to 15°. Common for indoor equipment that may encounter occasional condensation or drips.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IP22
2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP22
2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IP22
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IP22
No
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IP22
No
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IP22
No
The exact difference (IP08 vs IP22)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP22
Level 2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IP08 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP22 provides "> 12.5 mm — Finger" (level 2). IP22 is 2 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP22
Level 2 — Dripping Water at 15° Tilt
IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IP22 handles 0.3 mm/min drip rate (Dripping Water at 15° Tilt). IP08 provides 6 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP08 offers higher overall protection than IP22. Choose IP08 for harsher environments; IP22 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.