What is IP69K rated protection?

The IP69K rating means a piece of equipment can withstand intensive cleaning with high-pressure, high-temperature jets. IP69K products are ideal for industries where sanitation is a primary concern, such as food processing and pharmaceutical applications.

The definition of IP69K
IP69K is a water-proof and dust-proof protection level that gives products a rating based on their ability to withstand the intrusion of solids and liquids.
The first number of the rating indicates how dustproof a product is, ranging from 0 to 6; while the second number indicates how watertight a product is, ranging from 0 to 9. The addition of a “K” after the second digit signifies specific protection from high-pressure jets. These ratings allow a company to choose equipment with the right level of protection for a given environment.
From the testing method point, IP69K means an industrial equipment product is completely dustproof and can withstand washdown at pressures of 80 to 100 bar/1,160 to 1,450 PSI, in phases of 14 to 16 l/min, and at temperatures up to 176°F/80°C. To specific industrial projects, it means high-pressure jets blasting hot water at industrial computing devices with no negative consequences — an impressive achievement.

The water-proof testing method of IP69K
In order to achieve the IP69K rating, a piece of industrial device must go through a rigorous water intrusion test. This device will be placed on a turntable that rotates five times a minute. It’s sprayed at 80 to 100 bar/1,160 to 1,450 PSI, in phases of 14 to 16 l/min, and at temperatures up to 176°F/80°C. The nozzle must be within four to six inches from the product, and the spray must be directed from four different angles (0°, 30°, 60°, and 90°) for 30 seconds at a time. At last, the product will be given the IP69K rating if the whole test will completely resist water ingress under these conditions.

The common application request IP69K products
The IP69K certificated products will give the site operators confidence under intensive daily cleaning. The below applications may request IP69K products.
Ø Food and beverage processing
Ø Pharmaceutical applications
Ø Chemical manufacturing
Ø Petrochemical plants
Ø Waste treatment

At last
The IP69K rated products gives manufacturers the confidence to install industrial equipment in intensive washdown locations. And, IP69K has become a very common standard for equipment protection in food processing, pharmaceutical applications, and more. As an industrial computing solution provider and manufacturer, Taicenn now is able to deliver Full IP66/IP69K certificated Panel PC for those applications. Contact us at sales@taicenn.com to request more information.