Understanding IP ratings for LED aluminum profiles and choosing the right protection level for your application.
IP (Ingress Protection) ratings indicate the level of protection against solid objects and liquids.
For LED profiles, the most common ratings are IP20 (indoor use, no liquid protection), IP54 (splash-proof, suitable for bathrooms), IP65 (water jet resistant, suitable for outdoor use), and IP67 (temporary immersion, suitable for pools and fountains).
The IP rating of a complete LED profile system depends on the profile body, diffuser, end caps, and installation method.
Even an IP65-rated profile can lose its protection if end caps are not properly sealed or if the diffuser is not correctly installed..