IP67 vs IPX8
Head-to-head comparison of two IEC 60529 ingress protection ratings.
IP67 and IPX8 are both IEC 60529 ingress protection codes, but they differ in solid-object protection (level 6 vs 0) and liquid protection (level 7 vs 8). IP67 is rated for dust-tight and temporary immersion (up to 1 m), while IPX8 provides no protection and continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified).
IP67 is dust-tight and withstands temporary immersion in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. The go-to rating for outdoor and rugged devices that may be briefly submerged.
IPX8 protects against continuous immersion under manufacturer-specified conditions (depth and duration), with solid protection not specified. The standard for submersible consumer electronics.
Detailed comparison
The stronger rating on each row is highlighted in emerald.
Solid protection (first digit)
IP67
6 — Dust-Tight
IPX8
0 — No Protection
Liquid protection (second digit)
IP67
7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IPX8
8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
Dust-tight
IP67
Yes
IPX8
No
Water-jet resistant
IP67
Yes
IPX8
Yes
Submersible
IP67
Yes
IPX8
Yes
Outdoor suitable
IP67
Yes
IPX8
Yes
The exact difference (IP67 vs IPX8)
Solid protection
IP67
Level 6 — Dust-Tight
IPX8
Level 0 — No Protection
IP67 provides "Dust-Tight" (level 6), while IPX8 provides "No Protection" (level 0). IP67 is 6 levels higher.
Liquid protection
IP67
Level 7 — Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)
IPX8
Level 8 — Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
IP67 handles Hydrostatic ~10 kPa at 1 m (Temporary Immersion (up to 1 m)), while IPX8 handles Specified by manufacturer (Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)). IPX8 provides 1 level more liquid protection.
NEMA equivalents
No direct NEMA equivalent.
Recommendation
IP67 offers higher overall protection than IPX8. Choose IP67 for harsher environments; IPX8 may suffice for milder conditions and can be more cost-effective.