IP Ratings Explained: A Buyer's Guide to Choosing a Waterproof & Dustproof Scale

Changzhou, China - In industrial settings, weighing scales are often exposed to water, dust, and other contaminants that can damage internal components and compromise accuracy. This is where an IP (Ingress Protection) rating becomes a vital specification. If you're buying a bench weighing scale or floor weighing scale for a food processing plant, a chemical factory, or any environment with liquids and dust, understanding IP ratings is essential.

An IP rating is always given as two digits (e.g., IP65 or IP67).

• The first digit (0-6) indicates protection against solid particles (dust). A rating of 6 means the device is completely dust-tight.

• The second digit (0-8) indicates protection against liquids (water). A rating of 5 means the scale can withstand water jets, and a rating of 7 means it can be submerged in water for a specific period.

• IP65: This is a common rating for many industrial scales. It offers complete protection against dust and can handle low-pressure water jets. This is perfect for general industrial environments or for scales that need occasional cleaning with a hose.

• IP67: This rating signifies a higher level of protection. A scale with an IP67 rating is completely dust-tight and can be safely submerged in up to 1 meter of water. This is ideal for washdown applications in the food, beverage, or pharmaceutical industries where frequent, high-pressure cleaning is required.

At Changzhou Skyerscale Co., Limited, we provide a wide range of waterproof scales with robust IP ratings to ensure our products perform reliably in the most challenging conditions.

Find the perfect IP-rated scale for your specific environment:

• Email: skyer@skyerscale.com

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