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Splash Proof Fan

Ingress protection ratings (IP code)

The degree of protection of our products are rated as per IEC 60529 (International Electrotechnical Commission). The protection ratings of our fans only apply to electrical components (motor coils and electronic components) and do not cover mechanical components (blades, frames, bearings, etc.). Please test fans in your environment before purchase as they may not operate properly with water or dust depending on the operating environment. Protected electrical components and motor coils
Protected electrical components and motor coils

■ Definition of Ingress Protection (IP Code)

Definition of Ingress Protection (IP Code)
First digit Definition
0 No protection
1 Protection against solid objects ≥ 50 mm
2 Protection against solid objects ≥ 12.5 mm
3 Protection against solid objects ≥ 2.5 mm
4 Protection against solid objects ≥ 1.0 mm
5 Protection against a level of dust that could hinder operation or impair safety
6 Complete protection against dust
Second digit Definition
0 No protection
1 Protection against dripping water
2 Protection against vertically dripping water when tilted up to 15°
3 Protection against spraying water
4 Protection against splashing water
5 Protection against low pressure water jets
6 Protection against high pressure water jets
7 Protection against temporary immersion in water
8 Protection against submersion in water under conditions more severe than second digit 7*

* IPX8 Requirements

With fan power off, the fan is submerged in an environment pressurized to the equivalent of 2 meters of depth for 60 minutes. Then it's run for 15 minutes at the rated voltage in free air, during which no reduction in dielectric strength or fan characteristics shall be observed.

Last updated: November 2025

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