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How to choose the waterproof grade division of waterproof electrical connectors?
Release time：2024-03-11
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In modern electrical engineering and various application scenarios, the Waterproof Butt Connector has become one of the key components to ensure the stable operation of equipment. Whether it's outdoor lighting, ocean exploration, or industrial automation, good waterproofing is the foundation for safe and reliable operation of electrical equipment. So do you know the waterproof rating of Waterproof Electrical Connectors? Know how to choose the right one?
The waterproof electrical connectors are classified according to the following waterproof effects:
IPX0 means no waterproof protection;
IPX1 means that it is resistant to the effects of vertically falling water droplets;
IPX2 means that when the device is tilted to 15 degrees, it is able to resist water droplets falling vertically;
IPX3 means it is able to resist water sprays of up to 60 degrees from any direction;
IPX4 means it is resistant to splashing water in all directions;
IPX5 means it is able to resist low-pressure jet water;
IPX6 means it is able to resist powerful jets of water;
IPX7 indicates that the interior remains dry under conditions of temporary immersion (generally 1 meter deep for 30 minutes);
IPX8 indicates the ability to keep the interior dry under sustained immersion conditions (often specified depths and times beyond the IPX7 standard).
Selecting the appropriate waterproof rating for Waterproof Electrical Connectorsbegins with an assessment of the water pattern (e.g., splashing, jetting, immersion, etc.) and conditions (e.g., water pressure, depth and duration of immersion) that may be encountered in the application.
Outdoor lighting or garden equipment may only need to use IPX4 to IPX6 level protection, which can effectively prevent rainwater intrusion and ensure the normal operation of lighting equipment; In the case of industrial equipment that is frequently exposed to high-pressure water jet cleaning, a waterproof cable connector with at least an IPX6 to IPX7 rating may be required to resist the ingress of vapors and jet water. If it is a device that often needs to work underwater, such as underwater detection equipment that needs to work underwater for a long time, it is usually required to use IPX8 waterproof connectors to ensure the stability and reliability of the equipment in deep water environments.
Understanding and selecting the appropriate waterproof level for Waterproof Connectors is critical to ensuring the safety and reliability of your equipment in a variety of water environments. Shenzhen Yongchang Zhixingfeng Electronics Co., Ltd. focuses on the R&D, production and sales of Waterproof Cable Connectors, continuously optimizes the design and performance of Waterproof Connectors, and provides a reliable solution for the electrical connection of equipment in various harsh environments.
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