What Is Ip44 Waterproof

An IP44 rating means that your product will be protected from solid particles that are over 1mm in size and from low velocity sprays of water from every direction.

Is IP44 OK for outdoor use?

IP44 is generally OK for common garden use and standard weather. These are specifically made to be very hard wearing against weather and are also rust and corrosion free.

How good is IP44 waterproof?

A product that has a rating of IP44 means that it is protected against solid objects that are bigger than 1mm and water splashing from all directions.

Is IP44 suitable for shower?

IP44 lighting is suitable for use in Zone 2 and Zone 3 (Outside Zones) – in other words, within 60cm from the edge of the bath and to a height of 2.25m from the floor. Note that inside a 60cm radius above a basin is also Zone 2 and requires fittings rated as IP44 or higher.

Which is more waterproof IP44 or IP65?

IP44 rated light fittings are good for wall ligthing (especially if they are covered by a roof extention or something), but it is best for a light fitting to be IP65 rated, that is, to be waterproof and sealed for any dust and water particles.

Can IP44 be used in Zone 1?

Any fitting used in this zone must be low voltage, (max 12v) and be rated at least IP67 which is total immersion proof. Zone 1 is the area above the bath or shower to a height of 2.25m from the floor. In this zone an IP rating of at least IP44 is required.

Can IP44 go in bathroom?

IP ratings explained: This makes IP44 a good rating for outdoor lights as well as some areas in the bathroom. So the higher the second number the better the water protection, generally they go hand in hand.

Which is better IP67 or IP44?

An IP67 rated connector is often referred to as “waterproof” and is dust tight and protects against immersion in water up to 1 meter in depth for up to 30 minutes.Shower or bath? IP44 vs IP67. First digit (solid protection) Second digit (water ingress protection) 0 no protection 0 no protection.

What is meant by IP44?

IP44 Rating Each digit is individually ranked from 0 to 6 (solid protection) and 0-9 (liquid protection), with 0 being no protection. An IP44 rating means that your product will be protected from solid particles that are over 1mm in size and from low velocity sprays of water from every direction.

What is IP64?

IP64. Protected from total dust ingress. Protected from water spray from any direction. IP65. Protected from total dust ingress.

What are the different bathroom zones?

Bathroom Zones Explained Zone O. Zone 0 for a bathroom is the area inside the bath. Zone 1. Zone 1 for a bathroom is the same width as zone 0 (the width of the bath) extending to 2.25m above the finished floor level. Zone 2. Zone 2 for a bathroom is the same height as zone 1 (2.25m) extended to 0.6m around the bath.

What is the difference between IP20 and IP44?

IP Ratings Explained In short IP20 means it’s touch proof and IP44 means it’s resistant to water and dust. Anything above IP44 can be used in bathroom zones 1 and 2 which includes mounting them directly above a shower.

Are IP44 lights double insulated?

An example of a Class 2 double insulated light that is suitable for a bathroom as it is IP44 rated and doesn’t require an earth connection. Lighting manufacturers understand that there are people out there who don’t have an earth in their homes lighting circuit.

What is IP44 rating for lighting?

IP Rating Table IP Number First Digit – SOLIDS IP44 Protected from tools and small wires greater than 1 millimeter. IP45 Protected from tools and small wires greater than 1 millimeter. IP46 Protected from tools and small wires greater than 1 millimeter. IP47 Protected from tools and small wires greater than 1 millimeter.

What IP rating should I use outside?

IP44 and above IP ratings of between 44 and 65 may be used for both indoor and general outdoor use. Anything lower than IP44 should only be used indoors, however. IP44 outdoor lights can withstand rain and are safe to use outdoors, however should not be exposed to pressurised water such as a jet wash.

What is the best IP waterproof rating?

Weatherproof & waterproof IP ratings The ratings widely accepted as ‘waterproof’ for most general purposes are IP65, IP66 and IP67. However, one common misconception regarding weatherproofing is that items intended for prolonged outdoor use require the highest numerical IP ratings for moisture resistance.

Is IPX4 the same as IP44?

It means that the IP44 product is solid resistant in addition to splash resistance from all directions. It is protected against solid particles that are larger than 1mm. So, in terms of solid resistance, IP44 is better than IPX4. While in terms of water resistance, both are the same.

What is Zone 3 in a bathroom?

Zone 3. Zone 3 is anywhere outside zones 0, 1, and 2 (subject to specific limits) and where no water jet is likely to be used. No IP rating is required. However, if there is a likelihood of water jets being used for cleaning purposes in zones 1, 2 and 3, a fitting rated a minimum IP65 must be used.

Can you have a spotlight above a shower?

Downlights and spotlights Plus, with some downlights, you can specifically angle the beam to highlight certain elements, such as your bath or basin. You will also find shower lights that are designed specifically for the ceiling above your shower, turning a daily wash in the gloom into a more illuminating experience.

Is a shower considered a damp or wet location?

Indoor locations like showers are also considered wet locations. If an area can have water splash or flow with direct contact to a light fixture, then it is considered a wet location. Most of Dutton Brown Design’s light fixtures are UL Listed for dry locations.

Can IPX4 be used in Zone 1?

The area stretching 0.6m outside the perimeter of the bath to a height of 2.25m. As with Zone 1, the minimum rating for this zone is IPX4.

Do all bathroom lights need to be IP rated?

Protection against long periods of immersion under pressure. Every light fitting has an IP rating. Bathroom lights must have higher IP ratings than lights you would use in the lounge, dining room or bedrooms etc. Once you have found an IP rated light fitting it must now comply with the different bathroom zone areas.