IP08
Last updated: Aug 9, 2026Built to withstand no protection against solid objects and protection against the effects of continuous immersion in water under conditions specified by the manufacturer.. Classified as IEC 60529 ingress protection code IP08, it pairs solid level 0 with liquid level 8.
Solid 0
No Protection
Liquid 8
Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified)
What IP08 means
The IP code IP08 is part of the IEC 60529 standard for ingress protection. The first characteristic numeral, 0, indicates the level of protection against solid objects and access to hazardous parts. The second numeral, 8, indicates the level of protection against the ingress of water. Together, these digits describe exactly what an enclosure rated IP08 can withstand.
For solid protection, the digit 0 means the enclosure is no protection. No special protection against contact or ingress of solid foreign objects. The test method is no test required.
For liquid protection, the digit 8 means the enclosure resists continuous immersion (manufacturer-specified). Protection against the effects of continuous immersion in water under conditions specified by the manufacturer. Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible. The test procedure is conditions more severe than ipx7 agreed between manufacturer and user; depth and duration specified on the equipment.
IP08 vs IP09K: the higher rating adds high-pressure, high-temp water jets. When specifying IP08 for a project, confirm the rating certificate from the manufacturer and consider that seals degrade over time with temperature cycling, UV exposure, and chemical contact.
Full specification table
| Parameter | Solid digit (0) | Liquid digit (8) |
|---|---|---|
| Protection level | No Protection | Continuous Immersion (manufacturer-specified) |
| Description | No special protection against contact or ingress of solid foreign objects. | Protection against the effects of continuous immersion in water under conditions specified by the manufacturer. Ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible. |
| Test method | No test required. | Conditions more severe than IPX7 agreed between manufacturer and user; depth and duration specified on the equipment. |
| Object size / water pressure | Not applicable | Specified by manufacturer |
| Test distance | Per standard | Specified depth (often > 1 m) |
| Test duration | Per standard | Continuous (specified by manufacturer) |
Typical applications
Submersible equipment
Rugged portable devices
Outdoor field instruments
Continuous-submersion equipment
NEMA equivalent
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