IP Ratings Explained - What does IP68 Mean?
- Date
- December 13, 2016
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- Knowledge
IP Ratings are important for determining the application of a product, including bathroom areas, and outdoors. Swimming areas and other Public places where water is present. Using the wrong product can result in Injury, or death.
No protection No protection
Protected against solid objects larger than 50mm Protected against direct dripping water
Protected against solid objects larger than 12mm Protected against indirect dripping water
Protected against solid objects larger than 2.5mm Protected against spraying water
Protected against solid objects larger than 1mm. Protected against splashing water
Protected against dust deposits. Protected against water jets
Protected against heavy seas (Flooding) Protected against ingress of dust.
Protected against immersion. Protected against continuous submersion.
An Example:
For further advice, speak to a qualified electrician, or phone Decrolux on 1300 827 284.
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