IEC 60529 Protection Rating
IP69 Rating
IP69 provides level 6 protection against solids and level 9 protection against liquids, as defined by IEC 60529.
6First digit: Solid protection
Dust-tight. No ingress of dust
Test
Dust chamber, talcum powder
8 hours in dust chamber with pressure differential; no ingress whatsoever
9Second digit: Liquid protection
Protection against high-pressure, high-temperature water jets and steam cleaning
Test method
EN 60529 / DIN 40050-9 (IPX9K)
80 degrees C water at 80-100 bar, 14-16 liters/min at close range (100-150 mm)
Common products rated IP69
- Food and beverage washdown enclosures
- vehicle underbody components
- stainless steel hygienic enclosures
How IP69 compares
| Rating | Solids | Liquids |
|---|---|---|
| IP68 | Dust-tight. No ingress of dust | Protection against continuous immersion in water (depth and duration specified by manufacturer) |
| IP69 | Dust-tight. No ingress of dust | Protection against high-pressure, high-temperature water jets and steam cleaning |
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