IES 60529 / IEC 60529 IP Ratings – Ingress Protection Standard | E-Labs Inc.

The IEC 60529 IP Code defines protection levels for enclosures against solid objects, dust, and water. At E-Labs, we provide full testing to both Water Ingress (IPX1–IPX6) and Solid/Dust Ingress (IP1–6X) requirements to validate product durability, safety, and reliability.

IEC 60529 Water Ingress Protection (IPX1–IPX6)

Our lab simulates real-world water exposure conditions to ensure your equipment continues to perform safely and reliably.

• IPX1 – Protected against vertically falling water drops (drip-proof).
• IPX2 – Protected against dripping water when tilted up to 15°.
• IPX3 – Protected against spraying water at up to 60° from vertical.
• IPX4 – Protected against water splashes from any direction.
• IPX5 – Protected against low-pressure water jets from any direction.
• IPX6 – Protected against powerful water jets (high-pressure spray).

These tests are essential for products exposed to rain, wash-down, marine spray, or outdoor environments.

IEC 60529 Solid Object & Dust Protection (IP1x–IP6X)

We perform ingress testing to verify resistance to accidental contact and particulate intrusion.

• IP1X – Protected against objects larger than 50 mm (hands, large tools).
• IP2X – Protected against objects larger than 12.5 mm (fingers).
• IP3X – Protected against objects larger than 2.5 mm (wires, small tools).
• IP4X – Protected against objects larger than 1 mm (fine tools, small wires).
• IP5X – Dust-protected (limited ingress allowed, no harmful deposits).
• IP6X – Dust-tight (complete protection against dust ingress).

These evaluations confirm performance in dusty, industrial, and high-particulate environments.

Why Choose E-Labs for IEC 60529 Testing?

• State-of-the-art chambers and spray/splash systems
• Expert test engineers with defense, aerospace, and commercial experience
• Rapid turnaround with detailed, traceable reporting
• Testing tailored to your application and compliance needs

Ensure your products meet the demands of the real world.
Contact E-Labs today to schedule your IEC 60529 IPX1–IPX6 or IP1–6X testing program.