IP10 vs IP24
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP10 and IP24 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 1 vs 2) and liquid protection (level 0 vs 4). IP10 is rated for > 50 mm — back of hand and no protection, while IP24 provides > 12.5 mm — finger and splashing water (all directions).
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.
With IP24, an enclosure receives protection against solid objects larger than 12.5 mm and protection against splashing water. Water splashed against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 2 with second-digit (liquid) level 4.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP10
1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP24
2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP10
0 — No Protection
IP24
4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
Dust-tight
IP10
No
IP24
No
Water-jet resistant
IP10
No
IP24
No
Submersible
IP10
No
IP24
No
Outdoor suitable
IP10
No
IP24
Yes
The exact difference (IP10 vs IP24)
Solid protection
IP10
Level 1 — > 50 mm — Back of Hand
IP24
Level 2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IP10 provides "> 50 mm — Back of Hand" (level 1), while IP24 provides "> 12.5 mm — Finger" (level 2). IP24 is 1 level higher.
Liquid protection
IP10
Level 0 — No Protection
IP24
Level 4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP10 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP24 provides "Splashing Water (all directions)" (level 4). IP24 is 4 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP24 offers higher overall protection than IP10. Choose IP24 for harsher environments; IP10 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.