IP30 vs IPX5
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP30 and IPX5 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 3 vs 0) and liquid protection (level 0 vs 5). IP30 is rated for > 2.5 mm — tool / wire and no protection, while IPX5 provides no protection and water jets (6.3 mm nozzle).
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.
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)
IP30
3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IPX5
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP30
0 — No Protection
IPX5
5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
Dust-tight
IP30
No
IPX5
No
Water-jet resistant
IP30
No
IPX5
Yes
Submersible
IP30
No
IPX5
No
Outdoor suitable
IP30
No
IPX5
Yes
The exact difference (IP30 vs IPX5)
Solid protection
IP30
Level 3 — > 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire
IPX5
Level 0 — No Protection
IP30 provides "> 2.5 mm — Tool / Wire" (level 3), while IPX5 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP30 is 3 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP30
Level 0 — No Protection
IPX5
Level 5 — Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
IP30 provides "No Protection" (level 0), while IPX5 provides "Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)" (level 5). IPX5 is 5 levels higher.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IPX5 offers higher overall protection than IP30. Choose IPX5 for harsher environments; IP30 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.