IP25 vs IPX5
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP25 and IPX5 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 2 vs 0). IP25 is rated for > 12.5 mm — finger and water jets (6.3 mm nozzle), while IPX5 provides no protection and water jets (6.3 mm nozzle).
IP25 is an ingress protection code that ensures protection against solid objects larger than 12.5 mm and protection against water jets. Water projected by a 6.3 mm nozzle 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 5.
IPX5 resists low-pressure water jets (6.3 mm nozzle, 30 kPa) with solid protection not specified. Used where water-jet resistance matters more than dust sealing.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP25
2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IPX5
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP25
5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IPX5
5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
Dust-tight
IP25
No
IPX5
No
Water-jet resistant
IP25
Yes
IPX5
Yes
Submersible
IP25
No
IPX5
No
Outdoor suitable
IP25
Yes
IPX5
Yes
The exact difference (IP25 vs IPX5)
Solid protection
IP25
Level 2 — > 12.5 mm — Finger
IPX5
Level 0 — No Protection
IP25 provides "> 12.5 mm — Finger" (level 2), while IPX5 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP25 is 2 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP25
Level 5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IPX5
Level 5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
Both IP25 and IPX5 share the same liquid protection: Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle).
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP25 offers higher overall protection than IPX5. Choose IP25 for harsher environments; IPX5 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.