What do waterproof ratings like IP67 mean?

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Intro

Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. What do waterproof ratings like IP67 mean?

The Big Idea

Some phone boxes say IP67. What does that mean? It's a code for dust and water protection!

IP

Step one: IP. IP stands for ingress protection. It tells how well a product keeps things out.

Two Numbers

Step two: Two Numbers. The first number tells how well a product keeps out dust, and the second tells how well it keeps out water. IP67 means dust-tight and able to be under about one meter of water for 30 minutes.

Not Forever

Step three: Not Forever. A higher number means better protection. But it does not mean a device is waterproof forever.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! Six means no dust gets in. Seven means water stays out. For about 30 minutes. At about one meter.

Quick Facts

Quick facts! Seals and gaskets help keep water out. Two numbers two jobs. Not waterproof forever. Check the box.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, think like a scientist! Look at your family's gadgets with a grown-up. Check the boxes or manuals. Find any IP numbers. Write them down. Which gadget has the best protection?

Outro

IP ratings like IP67 tell how well a product keeps out dust and water. The first number is dust, the second is water, but no device is waterproof forever. Science is amazing! Keep asking questions! The more you look around, the more wonders you will find, so keep your eyes open! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!