IP08 vs IP57
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IP57 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 0 vs 5) and liquid protection (level 8 vs 7). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IP57 provides dust-protected 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.
IP57 is dust-protected and tolerates temporary immersion up to 1 m for 30 minutes. Useful for portable devices that may be dropped in shallow water.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IP57
5 — Dust-Protected
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP57
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IP57
Limited
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IP57
Yes
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IP57
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IP57
Yes
The exact difference (IP08 vs IP57)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IP57
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
IP08 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP57 provides "Dust-Protected" (level 5). IP57 is 5 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP57
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP08 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)), while IP57 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
IP57 offers higher overall protection than IP08. Choose IP57 for harsher environments; IP08 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.