IP08 vs IPX8
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP08 and IPX8 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in their protection levels (they are equivalent). IP08 is rated for no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified), while IPX8 provides no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified).
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.
IPX8 protects against continuous immersion under manufacturer-specified conditions (depth and duration), with solid protection not specified. The standard for submersible consumer electronics.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP08
0 — No Protection
IPX8
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP08
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IPX8
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Dust-tight
IP08
No
IPX8
No
Water-jet resistant
IP08
Yes
IPX8
Yes
Submersible
IP08
Yes
IPX8
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP08
Yes
IPX8
Yes
The exact difference (IP08 vs IPX8)
Solid protection
IP08
Level 0 — No Protection
IPX8
Level 0 — No Protection
Both IP08 and IPX8 share the same solid protection: No Protection.
Liquid protection
IP08
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IPX8
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Both IP08 and IPX8 share the same liquid protection: Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified).
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP08 and IPX8 offer comparable overall protection; choose based on the specific protection dimension (dust vs. water) that matters most for your application.