IP30 vs IP34
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP30 and IP34 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 0 vs 4). IP30 is rated for > 2.5 mm — tool / wire and no protection, while IP34 provides > 2.5 mm — tool / wire and splashing water (all directions).
IP30 protects against tools and 2.5 mm solid objects but offers no water protection. A basic indoor rating for equipment in dry, low-dust environments where only tool-access protection is required.
IP34 is an ingress protection code that ensures protection against solid objects larger than 2.5 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 3 with second-digit (liquid) level 4.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP30
3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IP34
3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP30
0 — No Protection
IP34
4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
Dust-tight
IP30
No
IP34
No
Water-jet resistant
IP30
No
IP34
No
Submersible
IP30
No
IP34
No
Outdoor suitable
IP30
No
IP34
Yes
The exact difference (IP30 vs IP34)
Solid protection
IP30
Level 3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IP34
Level 3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
Both IP30 and IP34 share the same solid protection: > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire.
Liquid protection
IP30
Level 0 — No Protection
IP34
Level 4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP30 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IP34 provides "Splashing Water (all directions)" (level 4). IP34 is 4 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP34 offers higher overall protection than IP30. Choose IP34 for harsher environments; IP30 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.