IP25
Last updated: Aug 9, 2026IP25 is an ingress protection code that ensures protection against solid objects larger than 12.5 mm and protection against water jets. Water projected by a 6.3 mm nozzle against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects.. It is an IEC 60529 ingress protection code combining first-digit (solid) level 2 with second-digit (liquid) level 5.
Solid 2
> 12.5 mm — Finger
Liquid 5
Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle)
What IP25 means
The IP code IP25 is part of the IEC 60529 standard for ingress protection. The first characteristic numeral, 2, indicates the level of protection against solid objects and access to hazardous parts. The second numeral, 5, indicates the level of protection against the ingress of water. Together, these digits describe exactly what an enclosure rated IP25 can withstand.
For solid protection, the digit 2 means the enclosure is > 12.5 mm — finger. Protected against access to hazardous parts with a finger. Protected against solid foreign objects of 12.5 mm diameter and greater. The test method is jointed test finger (12 mm diameter, 80 mm length) shall not penetrate with adequate clearance.
For liquid protection, the digit 5 means the enclosure resists water jets (6.3 mm nozzle). Protection against water jets. Water projected by a 6.3 mm nozzle against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects. The test procedure is standard nozzle (6.3 mm diameter) at 30 kpa, 12.5 l/min; water aimed at enclosure from all practicable directions.
IP25 vs IP26: the higher rating adds powerful water jets. When specifying IP25 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 (2) | Liquid digit (5) |
|---|---|---|
| Protection level | > 12.5 mm — Finger | Water Jets (6.3 mm nozzle) |
| Description | Protected against access to hazardous parts with a finger. Protected against solid foreign objects of 12.5 mm diameter and greater. | Protection against water jets. Water projected by a 6.3 mm nozzle against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects. |
| Test method | Jointed test finger (12 mm diameter, 80 mm length) shall not penetrate with adequate clearance. | Standard nozzle (6.3 mm diameter) at 30 kPa, 12.5 L/min; water aimed at enclosure from all practicable directions. |
| Object size / water pressure | 12.5 mm sphere / jointed finger | 30 kPa |
| Test distance | Per standard | 3 meters |
| Test duration | Per standard | 1 minute per m², min 3 minutes |
Typical applications
Outdoor equipment
Weather-exposed enclosures
NEMA equivalent
Recommended products for IP25
IP25 outdoor enclosure
All IP25 comparisons
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