IP enclosure environmental protection ratings are widely used in Europe to indicate the level of protection provided against external objects and water ingress.
The first digit represents the level of protection against foreign objects, the second digit represents the level of protection against water ingress, and the third digit (if applicable) describes the protection against mechanical impact. “X” can be used in place of a digit when it is not relevant.
NEMA enclosure environmental protection ratings,on the other hand, are used in North America and are described in the NEMA Standards Publication 250-1997. However, it is not possible to directly compare IP ratings with NEMA types, as NEMA ratings consider additional factors such as corrosion resistance and resistance to internal gas explosions. While a NEMA type can be considered roughly equivalent to an IP rating, the reverse is not true.
All Valve Actuators (Included in Pneumatic & Electric actuators) manufactured by Pneutork Valve Automation have a protection rating of IP67, with some models capable of reaching IP68. This generally covers the requirements for most working conditions of your projects. Furthermore, our products undergo rigorous testing before leaving the factory. All of our products have obtained CE/SIL/EX/EAC certifications, ensuring their safety and reliability. You can confidently use them without any concerns.