The dust test
How dust-resistant is your product? Test it with IP5X and IP6X
Guarantee product quality and reliability
✓ Experts & Experience
✓ According IEC 60529
✓ Proven simulations
✓ Quality assurance
How dust-resistant is your product?
Dust does more damage than you think. It can completely impair the functioning of your product, but also create unsafe situations.
The IP tests, IP5X and IP6X, determine whether your product allows limited ingress or is completely dustproof. Will it become known that your product allows more dust than desired? Then we'll prepare advice to ensure your product passes the very next test with flying colours.
Would you like to have an IP5X or IP6X test performed?
Types of IP dust tests: IP5X & IP6X
| 1st number | Meaning | Test |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Dust protection (limited penetration allowed) | Dust tests in a sealed space, under negative pressure |
| 6 | Completely dustproof | Dust tests in a closed area, no entry allowed |
Specifications of our testing machines
This refers to the IP5X & IP6X tests.
✓ Test item dimensions: 1700x1160x1500mm
✓ Dust concentration range: 2 to 4 kg/m³
✓ Airflow 2 to 3 m/s/s
Standards
IEC 60529
- Title: Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP Code)
- Contents: The basic standard for IP classifications, with methods for testing protection against the ingress of solids and liquids.
EN 60529
- European version of IEC 60529.
- The same IP classification tests apply in Europe.
ISO 20653
- Title: Road vehicles – Degrees of protection (IP code) – Protection of electrical equipment against foreign objects, water, and access.
- Content: specifically focused on vehicles and their components.
IEC 62262
- Title: Degrees of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against external mechanical impacts (IK Code).
- Contents: Describes the IK classification for protection against mechanical impacts.
ISO 12944
- Title: Paints and varnishes – Corrosion protection of steel structures by protective paint systems.
- Content: Specifically for corrosion protection of housings.
IEC 60068-2 Series
- Title: Environmental Testing – Various Parts (Vibration, Shock, and More).
- Content: Environmental tests such as vibration and shock that can be performed in addition to IP tests.
EN 62208
- Title: Empty enclosures for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies – General requirements.
- Contents: Test methods for enclosures that must also provide IP protection.
Medical equipment
- IEC 60601-1: Guidelines for the safety and performance of medical equipment, including seals and IP-related aspects.
Automotive
- ISO 16750-4: Contains test procedures for the environmental conditions of electronic components in vehicles, including water and dust resistance.
Industrial machinery
- IEC 61439: Standard for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies, with guidelines for IP tests.
Consumer electronics
- IEC 62368-1: Safety of audio/video, information and communication technology equipment.
In many industries, such as electronics, medical equipment, and automotive, a specific IP rating is required.
By conducting tests with a professional partner such as Sebert Group, you can guarantee that your product complies with international standards.
Combine IP testing for higher IP codes
For complex products, such as electronics or industrial equipment, a combination of tests is often necessary. Here, both digits represent a different test code, namely the 1st digit and the 2nd digit. Think of:
✓ IP44 ✓ IP65 ✓ IP68
A selection of our tests:
IP certification makes quality measurable. We don't test for the label, but for long-term performance."
Are you sure about your product? Test it at Sebert's!
We're taking on the challenge!
Test your product(s) so you have a complete picture of the impact of factors on your product. Whether it's water, dust, or the intrusion of external factors like hands and fingers.
Optimise your product, prevent damage to your organisation and others, and meet the strictest requirements. Choose that competitive advantage and reduce warranties and returns.
