IP10 vs IP17
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP10 and IP17 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 0 vs 7). IP10 is rated for > 50 mm — back of hand and no protection, while IP17 provides > 50 mm — back of hand and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
IP10 provides protection against solid objects larger than 50 mm and no protection against water. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 1 with second-digit (liquid) level 0.
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)
IP10
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP17
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP10
0 — No Protection
IP17
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP10
No
IP17
No
Water-jet resistant
IP10
No
IP17
Yes
Submersible
IP10
No
IP17
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP10
No
IP17
Yes
The exact difference (IP10 vs IP17)
Solid protection
IP10
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP17
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
Both IP10 and IP17 share the same solid protection: > 50 mm — Back of Hand.
Liquid protection
IP10
Level 0 — No Protection
IP17
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP10 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP17 provides "Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)" (level 7). IP17 is 7 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP17 offers higher overall protection than IP10. Choose IP17 for harsher environments; IP10 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.