As machinery can deteriorate or malfunction when water or dust enters, it’s vital to ensure that it has the correct protection for its intended use. IEC 60529 – Degrees of Protection Provided by IP Code – is the standard that must be followed.
This standard contains the criteria for assessing equipment to its appropriate IP code. It ensures machinery is robust enough to deal with the environment within which it has been installed.
Read the full article in DPA's February 2025 issue