The IP Code, or Ingress Protection Code, IEC standard 60529, sometimes interpreted as International Protection Code, classifies and rates the degree of protection provided by mechanical casings and electrical enclosures against intrusion, dust, accidental contact, and water. It is published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC BS EN 60529: Specification for degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code) Publication Date: 31 January 1992 Confirm Date: 01 October 2004 Replaces BS 5490:1977, IEC 60529:1976 Amended By: AMD 7643, AMD
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