IP and IK protection

IP testing (Ingress Protection) gives information about the level of protection against solid objects and liquids. An IP rating consists of two numbers (IPxx). The first number refers to the level of protection against the ingress of solid objects (0 – 6). The second number refers to the level of protection against the ingress of liquids (0 – 8).

IK protection (Protection against mechanical impacts) gives information about the level of protection against mechanical impacts. IK ratings are defined as the numbers from 0 – 10.

Certain devices must provide IP and IK information to the end-users. This is the basis for clear guidelines regarding the application of the device. It is very important to apply the right solutions for the devices which are meant to be used outdoors or in extreme conditions. In our facilities, we test water and dust breaches together with the mechanical impacts. Target areas can, therefore, include an unlimited number of applications, which are tested according to the requirements of IEC 60529 and IEC 62262.

Common product standards which require this sort of test are built in the applications such as:

  • outdoor lighting devices
  • controlling systems used for all applications (crossroads, railway applications, outdoor controlling systems, etc.)
  • parts of motors, generators, rotors, transformers
  • all equipment that can work, or can be exposed to dust or water ingress
  • IEC EN 60945 (Maritime navigation and radiocommunication equipment and systems), DNV GL rules, Lloyd Register rules, Russian Maritime Register of Shipping rules, RINA rules, etc.

Laboratory Center of KONČAR – Electrical Engineering Institute is accredited by the Croatian Accreditation Agency (HAA) in accordance with HRN EN ISO/IEC 17025 for the scope of tests specified in the Accreditation Certificate No. 1035 and the scope of calibration specified in the Accreditation Certificate No. 2057, covered by EA-MLA.

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