The term “IP69” is often used to describe the level of protection a device has against dust, water, and other forms of intrusion. The term comes from the International Protection Marking, or IP code, which is a standard that classifies and rates the degree of protection provided by mechanical casings and electrical enclosures.
What does IP69 mean?
The IP69 rating is one of the highest levels of protection in the IP rating system. The first digit, “6”, indicates that the device is completely protected against dust and other solid particles. The second digit, “9”, signifies that the device can withstand high-pressure and high-temperature water jets. This means that an IP69 device is dust-tight and can resist the ingress of water even when subjected to powerful jets of water from all directions.
How deep can IP69 go underwater?
Interestingly, the IP69 rating does not specify a specific depth for water resistance like the second digit in IPX7 or IPX8 ratings does. Instead, IP69 is primarily focused on protection against powerful water jets and high-pressure cleaning. The “9” in IP69 indicates that a device is resistant to high-pressure and high-temperature water jets. This means it can withstand water being sprayed at it from all directions with significant force. However, IP69 devices may not be suitable for prolonged submersion.
What is an IP69 camera?
An IP69 camera is a camera that has been rated to withstand high-pressure, high-temperature water jets, making it ideal for use in environments where the camera may be exposed to forceful water sprays, such as heavy rain or high-sea conditions. This makes IP69 cameras particularly useful in industrial settings or other harsh environments where they may be exposed to dust and high-pressure water. However, like other IP69 devices, these cameras may not be suitable for prolonged submersion.
The IP69 rating provides a high level of protection against dust and water, making devices with this rating ideal for use in harsh environments. However, it’s important to note that while these devices can withstand high-pressure water jets, they may not be suitable for prolonged submersion in water.
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