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IP ( Ingress Protection) Ratings

IP ( Ingress Protection) Ratings

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Overview of IP (Ingress Protection) Ratings
IP Ratings, also known as IP Codes, are international standards used to classify the degree of protection provided by electrical enclosures against the intrusion of solid objects and water. The rating is composed of the letters 'IP' followed by two digits. The first digit indicates protection against solid objects, while the second digit indicates protection against water ingress. Higher numbers indicate greater protection.

First Characteristic Digit - Protection Against Solids

0: Non-protected.
1: Protected against objects ≥50mm, such as the back of a hand.
2: Protected against objects ≥12.5mm, such as fingers.
3: Protected against objects ≥2.5mm, such as tools.
4: Protected against objects ≥1mm, such as wires.
5: Dust-protected; limited dust ingress allowed.
6: Dust-tight; no dust ingress allowed.

Second Characteristic Digit - Protection Against Water

0: Non-protected.
1: Protected against vertically falling water drops.
2: Protected against water drops when tilted up to 15 degrees.
3: Protected against spraying water up to 60 degrees.
4: Protected against splashing water from any direction.
5: Protected against water jets from any direction.
6: Protected against powerful water jets.
7: Protected against temporary immersion in water.
8: Protected against continuous immersion in water.
9K: Protected against high pressure/steam jet cleaning.

Sealite Products and IP68 Rating
Sealite lanterns, specifically the SL15 solar marine lantern, have an IP68 rating, indicating the highest level of protection against water, rust, and dust. This rating is essential for marine industry applications. Sealite products are manufactured under strict quality control and are recognized for their advanced manufacturing procedures and commitment to research and development.

Contact Information
Sealite Pty Ltd, 11 Industrial Drive, Somerville Vic 3912, Australia. Phone: +61(0)3 5977 6128. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.sealite.com.

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IP (Ingress Protection) Ratings

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IP (Ingress Protection) Ratings An IP Rating or IP Code is an international numerical standard used to classify the degree of protection provided against the intrusion of solid objects and water in electrical enclosures. This standard provides users with a more detailed explanation for products other than the vague term ‘waterproof’. The IP rating is listed as ‘IP’ followed by two digits. The first digit indicates a protection level against solid objects such as dust, and the second digit indicates the degree of protection against the ingress of water. The lower the number the lower the protection...

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All Sealite products are manufactured to exacting standards under strict quality control procedures. Sealite’s commitment to research and development, investing in modern equipment and advanced manufacturing procedures has made the company an industry leader in aids to marine navigation. Sealite solar LED lanterns have an IP rating of IP68, the highest water/rust/dust proof rating available. Don’t trust anything less than an IP68 rated product. By choosing Sealite you can rest assured you have chosen the very best. SL15 solar marine lantern Vigo, Spain Sealite Pty Ltd 11 Industrial Drive, Somerville...

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