What is the protection class?

The protection class defines the suitability of an electrical device for certain environmental conditions. Depending on the classification, it is regulated whether and how the device must be protected against the ingress of moisture and other foreign bodies. The shock resistance is also defined by the protection class.

What does IP protection class mean?

The abbreviation IP stands for International Protection. It is also commonly referred to as Ingress Protection, which means protection against intrusion.