What is the difference between IP67 and IP68? Can you go swimming with a product that has IP67?

IP67 vs IP68

IP (Ingress Protection) ratings indicate a device's resistance to dust and water. IP67 means it can withstand dust and submersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. IP68 means it can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of water for at least 30 minutes.

Swimming with IP67

No, swimming with a product that has IP67 is not recommended. IP67 is not waterproof, and while it can withstand brief submersion, swimming creates more pressure and a longer duration of submersion, which could damage the device.

Additional Considerations

  • The IP rating only applies to fresh water.
  • Devices may not be waterproof in all situations, such as high-pressure water jets.
  • Seals and gaskets can degrade over time, affecting water resistance.

Related Questions

  1. What does the first digit in an IP rating indicate? Dust protection
  2. What does the second digit in an IP rating indicate? Water protection
  3. Is IP68 waterproof? No, it's water-resistant
  4. Is swimming okay with IP65? No
  5. Can IP67 devices withstand heavy rain? Yes

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