Our weatherproof ranges are tough, durable options for outdoor or more arduous environments. Socket outlets are IP66 or IP55 rated for even greater weather resistance.The smooth, curved design also delivers on aesthetic appeal whilst providing a high performance application. The range is available as 1 to 3-gang switches, 20AX switches and 1 to 2-gang sockets, together with an RCD protected 2-gang socket outlet for essential personal protection.

Ingress Protection rating, or IP rating, also known as international protection ratings, are standardised qualifiable levels of dust as well as water-sealing capabilities.

Introduction to IP Ratings

IP rating stands for Ingress Protection, which is a standard that is synonymous with the International (or Internal) Protection mark. IP ratings, for example IP55 and IP66, are usually made up of a two-digit grading system, which is majorly applied to the enclosures of mechanical as well as electrical substances, and enables the customers to get a clear about the specific item’s resistance to components such as dust, dirt and other foreign bodies like moisture resistance.

What is IP66 Rating?

An IP66 rating denotes intended protection against multi-directional, high-pressure water jets. For any item to pass the IP66 testing, it must be able to endure water projected from a 0.50-inch nozzle, which is multi-directional with high-pressure jets to ensure its quality.

What is IP55 Rating?

An IP55 rating on a fixture denotes is intended to offer protection against dust ingress harmful for standard operation; however, compared to ip66 ratings, such ratings offer limited dust protection while being protected against sturdy objects water jets projections by a nozzle (6.3mm) from whichever directions.