Guide to Environmental Ratings and IP Ratings

Lorex security cameras are given an Environmental Rating to indicate their suitablity for installation in different indoor and outdoor environments. This rating is based on the camera's Ingress Protection or IP Rating. Check the Specifications Sheet for each camera model to determine the Environmental Rating.

What is an IP Rating?

Electrical equipment usually carries an IP Rating. The IP Rating tells you how resistant the equipment is to dust and liquids. The IP Rating is a simple code that covers a range of international standards for enclosures and electrical gear up to 1000V AC and 1200V DC.

What is the IP Rating Code?

IP Ratings are commonly a two-digit code, such as IP54 and IP65. The first digit represents the level of protection against dust; the second digit represents the level of protection against fluids. The higher the number, the stronger the level of protection.

IP Rating Codes

First Number : Dust

Level	Protection Against
0	No protection
1	Solid objects over 50 mm (e.g. accidental bump from back of hand)
2	Solid objects over 12 mm (e.g. fingers)
3	Solid objects over 2.5 mm (e.g tools and wires)
4	Solid objects over 1 mm (e.g. small wires)
5	Dust—limited ingress (no harmful deposits)
6	Dust—total; no ingress

Second Number: Liquid

Level	Protection Against
0	No protection
1	Dripping water
2	Sprays of water when tilted up to 15º vertically
3	Sprays of water when tilted up to 60º vertically
4	Water sprayed from all directions—limited ingress permitted
5	Low pressure jets of water from all directions—limited ingress permitted
6	Strong jets of water from all directions—limited ingress permitted
7	Temporary immersion (under 30 minutes) between 15 cm and 1 m
8	Long periods of immersion under pressure

What Rating Do I Need?

For CCTV cameras, consider the following examples:

Classification	IP Rating	Location	Description
Weather Resistant	44 - 65	Indoor / Outdoor under shelter	Not intended for direct exposure to rain or snow
Weather Proof	66 - 67	Indoor / Outdoor	Not intended for submersion in water Installation in a sheltered location recommended
Submersible	68	Underwater	Full immersion