IP54 vs IP57
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP54 and IP57 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in liquid protection (level 4 vs 7). IP54 is rated for dust-protected and splashing water (all directions), while IP57 provides dust-protected and temporary immersion (up to 1 m).
IP54 is dust-protected (limited ingress, no harmful deposit) and resists splashing water from any direction. A versatile rating for industrial and outdoor-covered equipment in dusty, damp environments.
IP57 is dust-protected and tolerates temporary immersion up to 1 m for 30 minutes. Useful for portable devices that may be dropped in shallow water.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP54
5 — Dust-Protected
IP57
5 — Dust-Protected
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP54
4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP57
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
Dust-tight
IP54
Limited
IP57
Limited
Water-jet resistant
IP54
No
IP57
Yes
Submersible
IP54
No
IP57
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP54
Yes
IP57
Yes
The exact difference (IP54 vs IP57)
Solid protection
IP54
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
IP57
Level 5 — Dust-Protected
Both IP54 and IP57 share the same solid protection: Dust-Protected.
Liquid protection
IP54
Level 4 — Splashing Water (all directions)
IP57
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IP54 handles 50–100 kPa (Splashing Water (all directions)), while IP57 handles Hydrostatic ~10 kPa at 1 m (Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)). IP57 provides 3 levels more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP57 offers higher overall protection than IP54. Choose IP57 for harsher environments; IP54 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.