IP Rating Selector
Which IP rating does a light need? Pick the location to get the minimum rating for water and dust — the safety line that keeps electricity and water safely apart.
Protected against fingers and tools; no water protection needed away from moisture.
Standard downlights, pendants, wall lights, lamps.
Safety first, and a minimum — not a maximum. Going higher is always safe; going lower where water reaches is dangerous. IP is only part of it: wet zones also need the right low-voltage supply and RCD/ELCB protection, and all wiring and wet-area installation must be done by a licensed electrician — water and electricity together are life-safety. Learn the zones in the lighting safety & IP ratings guide.
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