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What is IP Rating? (Ingress Protection Rating)

KDM IP65 Enclosure

Over the last 10 years, we continue to develop and design a broad IP-rated enclosure, to provide you the most effective and comprehensive solutions for an array of projects.

With our high-standard electrical enclosure, you can enjoy the satisfaction of working with us, as your reliable partner, who support you along the process. Send us your inquiry and we will happy to answer any of your concerns.

The Ultimate FAQ Guide to IP65 Enclosures

What does IP65 mean?

Enclosures rated with IP65 are fully dust-tight, and protect from low-pressure water jets from any direction.

High-pressure water jets can be measured at 12 liters per minute and could be rain, or water spray from nearby machinery.

Also, IP64 enclosures work well in places with fog, humidity, oil, and corrosion.

  IP65 外壳

主 IP 代码后面的字母与什么相关？

正如我们已经提到的，“X”表示没有可用信息，或者不相关或可替代。

有 2 组可选字母 您可以在数字后添加。

附加套件 - A、B、C、D - 描述了外壳防篡改的保护。

A代表防手背；B代表防手指；C代表防工具接触；D代表防电线接触。

补充字母组合 — H、M、S、W — 告诉用户外壳的用途。

H 表示外壳可用于高压设备；M 表示外壳内的设备在水测试期间正在移动，而 S 则表示相反 - 它处于静止状态。

最后，W 表示外壳是防风雨的。

  完整 IP 代码

You can use these to indicate what features you want your IP65 enclosures to have.

这些主要用于客户和制造商之间更好的沟通。

What testing do IP65 enclosures undergo?

IP6X is tested using a closed space where a vacuum attracts a lot of dust and different powder that is blown all around to the enclosure for at least 15 minutes, and then the enclosure is checked for dust ingress.

   Dust chamber testing

IPX5 is tested using spray nozzles, measured at 6.3mm, with oscillating tubes that pressurize and spray water at 12.5 liters per minute for at least 3 minutes in any imaginable angle from a distance of 3 meters.

IP65 enclosures can also be submerged underwater for 2 minutes.

What NEMA type is IP65 comparable to?

至于 美国电气制造商协会，我们提供任意类型，从 1 开始直到 13，包括子类型，例如 3X。

我们的 NEMA 外壳 可防止天气、腐蚀、冷却剂渗漏、化学品等。

IP 等级和 NEMA 类型不能直接相互转换，但可以松散地 比较的 如下所示。

 NEMA 和 IP 等级比较

As the table shows, IP65 can be compared to NEMA 4 and 4X.

These types provide high degrees of protection from the weather, including ice and sleet.

Type 4X has additional corrosion-resistant qualities.

How can I be sure of the quality of IP65 enclosures?

We have a certification you can look through, which will give you more details about and confidence in our enclosures.

Do IP65 enclosures protect against explosions?

IP65 enclosures are not designed to contain an explosion or an arc flash.

They are not comparable to NEMA types 7, 8, 9, or 10.

These enclosures need to withstand high impacts and high temperatures.

As for arc flash, enclosures typically can’t protect from that, so personnel needs to keep that in mind.

However, if you need an explosion-proof enclosure, 联系我们 and we will engineer it for you!

Do IP65 enclosures protect against corrosion?

IP65 is not fully waterproof, so it may not protect against corrosive agents if they are strongly sprayed on it or submerged in.

如果只是溅到，甚至喷到，那就没有问题了，但腐蚀性烟雾仍可能进入。

材料也发挥了其作用——铝和不锈钢是最耐腐蚀的材料。

How do IP65 maintain inside temperature?

KDM IP65 enclosures are equipped with double-wall technology, a thermal chamber, insulation, heat strips, heat exchangers, and vents with air conditioning.

All this provides protection from the electrical heat and solar radiation to prolong the life of electrical components within the enclosure.

  热交换器

此外，热管理可以减少热点、平衡压力并最大限度地减少可能损坏电子设备和各种设备的冷凝。

Where can IP65 enclosures be used and for what applications?

IP65 enclosures can be used both indoors and outdoors.

IP65 enclosures are commonly used in industry and factory

machinery/equipment, heavy-duty construction, swimming and spa pools, bathrooms, transformers, and medical equipment.

Other applications may be telecom cabinets or control boards, among other things.

This IP rating is perfect for outdoor environments because it is dust-tight and rain-proof.

IP65 enclosures are also well protected against tampering, just as any IP5X enclosure is.

These enclosures can also be put underground, fully or partially, if you are catering to gardening applications.

 IP65 outdoor enclosure

What is the difference between IP55 and IP65?

The difference between the two enclosure types is simple.

IP55 enclosures allow some dust ingress, while IP65 are completely dust-tight.

As such, IP65 enclosures are more fit to be used outdoors in dust and sandy environments, as well as in places with lots of wind.

What designs of IP65 enclosures can I choose from?

We are pleased to offer you countless designs of free-standing enclosures, wall-mounted enclosures, junction boxes, and custom enclosures.

独立式外壳 非常适合那些太重而无法安装在墙上或杆上大型电器设备。

它们可以是任意高度和宽度。

They are also portable, and can be big enough to be categorized as 步入式封闭空间.

  独立式外壳

壁挂式外壳 use mounting brackets, screws, and pads for installation.

They are perfect for small devices in public places, as well as anywhere where space is a concern.

壁挂式外壳

Junction boxes 和 operator interfaces are usually enclosures on a stand, but they don’t have to be.

They have user-friendly layouts, are great for small electrical units, and can be portable.

These are the most commonly used for control panels.

接线盒外壳

当然，我们也有我们的 定制外壳，可以是任意设计、形状和要求，也可以有多个门。

We are happy to create your perfect custom enclosure!

What features can I request for IP65 enclosures?

You can request vents, windows, hinged doors, locks, cable management systems, and much more.

通风口以及散热风扇为热量的散发提供了通道，从而冷却了机柜的电气元件。

这可以延长它们的使用寿命并降低发生故障的可能性。

  Radiating fan in an enclosure

这些还可以稳定外壳内的气压，防止可能损坏外壳电气元件的冷凝。

此外，通风口还可以进一步升级为空调和热交换器。

视窗 帮助人员以快速、非侵入的方式检查电气元件。

如果出现问题，窗口可以帮助您立即查看发生的情况。

此外，红外线窗户有助于保护工人免受 电弧闪光 事故。

Enclosure with a window 

铰链门 控制外壳的门或盖子的打开方式和打开程度。

这还包括您可以请求的各种句柄。

锁 add a layer of security to your IP65 enclosure, making sure no one tampers with it or accidentally accesses its electrical components.

 Lock

What accessories can I request for IP65 enclosures?

电缆管理系统（例如电缆入口框架和夹具）用于保持电线井然有序，并使其更易于安装和维护。

Solar shields are basically another layer on top of an enclosure that reflect solar radiation, controlling inner temperature of the enclosure to prolong the life of its electrical components.

 Solar shield (the top plate)

DIN 导轨 用于安装工业应用设备外壳中的断路器。

Rain caps are slanted roof-like top pieces that make water slide off the side of the enclosure, thus protecting it from water ingress.

IP65 enclosures benefit especially much from this feature, prolonging its life outdoors.

 IP65 rain cap with lifting eyes

We also make casters, thermometers, light switches, lifting eyes, operator devices, and purpose-specific features like keypads and heat exchangers.

To learn more, feel free to contact us for more information about all the different features and accessories we offer!

我们还将提供您要求的任何定制功能。

锁、窗、通风口和铰链会降低 IP 等级吗？

是的，通风口、窗户和锁等功能确实会在一定程度上影响 IP 等级，但也有办法解决这个问题。

但 KDM 克服了这一困难，为您的企业提供了一些最好的外壳。

我们采用各种垫圈、PU 密封件、闩锁和过滤器来平衡 IP 等级。

What materials can be used for IP65 enclosures?

The materials used for IP65 enclosures aren’t different from materials used for other types of enclosures.

它们可以由 碳钢, 镀锌钢， 和 不锈钢 – 通常为 304、316 或 316L 等级。

碳钢通常比不锈钢更暗。

由于它仅含有铁和碳，因此还具有磁性且更易延展。

这种钢也容易腐蚀。

不锈钢是在铁碳合金中添加铬、镍和钼而制成的。

不锈钢与镀锌钢

304 和 316 钢种在所有添加剂的含量上有所不同。

由于含有钼，316 级材料强度更高，并且能耐盐水和酸性水。

但 304 级更便宜且更常见。

316L 级碳含量较低，因此强度更高。

Galvanized steel is coated with a protective layer of zinc that prevents corrosion.

We have galvanized steel enclosures, and this metal is vulnerable to salt water.

请注意，镀锌钢比不锈钢更贵而且更重。

Another type of steel that can be used is cold-rolled steel, which is thinner and more dense than normal steel – and thus, it is stronger.

玻璃纤维 is very strong, can dissipate heat, and insulates electricity, lowering the effect of interference and the possibility of shock.

它由放置在塑料中的玻璃纤维制成。

 玻璃纤维外壳

Also, our windows are made from polycarbonate and ABS.

聚碳酸酯更耐腐蚀，而 ABS 更便宜。

IP65 enclosures can also be made from aluminum alloys.

它们不一定比钢合金更好，但取决于您的目的和需求。

与钢材等级一样，铝合金可以是 5052 或 6061 系列。

  铝与不锈钢

两者都很轻，但 5052 更易焊接，而 6061 具有更高的抗腐蚀能力。

而且6061比较贵。

铝顶部有一层氧化物，可以防止腐蚀。

这种材料特别适用于暴露于溶剂、石化产品、某些酸、大多数硫酸盐和硝酸盐的外壳。

So, if you are looking to put IP65 enclosures in such mildly hazardous environments, aluminum is good for that.

If you would like to learn more, send in your inquiry now for a consultation!

What paints and coatings can be used for IP65 enclosures?

我们的外壳受到了良好的保护，但合适的涂层也可以增加其保护作用。

You can choose enamel or powder paint coats in any color.

Enamel paint has a glossy finish and is resistant to different weather conditions.

Specific enamel paints like epoxy enamel and PU enamel are commonly used for industrial enclosures since they are resistant to corrosion.

Powder paint is deposited with the electrostatic force and is quicker and easier than enamel.

它的外观也更加灵活，为您提供光泽和哑光饰面的选择。

粉末涂料饰面

我们还提供阳极氧化和铝氧化涂层。

阳极氧化 涂层使用阳极氧化金属（通常是铝）以增加其厚度，从而获得更好的耐腐蚀性。

钢通常不进行阳极氧化处理，因为这实际上会加速金属的腐蚀。

阿洛丁涂层，又称 铬酸盐转化膜，用于钢和铝的底漆涂装以及防止腐蚀。

 氧化铝涂层

This is a cheaper process than anodizing, and can be recognized by its characteristic greenish-yellow hue unless it is painted over.

There can also be anti-graffiti and anti-poster coatings to protect your IP65 enclosure from vandalism.

We can provide any coating in any color and finish, so contact us today!

How do you customize the symbols or writing on an IP65 enclosure?

我们的定制服务包括雕刻和丝网印刷。

Silk Screening is the easiest and most affordable method of customization.

外壳的任何平面都可以丝网印刷标签、警告、序列号、公司名称和徽标。

However, silk-screening on metal like stainless steel or aluminum can be worn off or scratched off, but a clear powder coat helps to prevent that.

  Silk screening

Engraving the enclosure is another method of customizing your enclosures.

This option is more costly and takes more time, but it is also more long-term than silk-screening.

A little bit of metal is removed from the surface of the enclosure in the design of the logo or symbol.

通常，从表面去除约 0.005 英寸或 0.010 英寸的金属。

一旦金属被去除，就会用任意颜色的环氧漆填充以满足您的要求。

雕刻