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<\/span>Vuoi essere aiutato a scegliere il prodotto?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The solid particle protection scale covers six levels. The most relevant for machine vision illuminators are IP5X and IP6X.<\/p>\n\n IP5X means the enclosure is dust-protected. Some dust ingress is permitted, but not in quantities sufficient to interfere with the operation of the equipment. IP6X means the enclosure is dust-tight. No dust ingress is permitted under any conditions. For illuminators used in dusty production environments \u2014 woodworking, metalworking, food powder processing, or outdoor installations \u2014 IP6X is the appropriate level.<\/p>\n\n The liquid ingress protection scale is more complex. Each level describes a specific test condition. Understanding these test conditions is important for matching the rating to the actual environmental exposure.<\/p>\n\n IPX4 provides protection against water splashing from any direction. IPX5 provides protection against water jets from any direction at a flow rate of 12.5 litres per minute. These ratings are suitable for environments where occasional water contact occurs but direct jetting of the illuminator does not.<\/p>\n\n IP65 combines dust-tight enclosure (first digit 6) with protection against low-pressure water jets from any direction (second digit 5). The water jet test uses a 6.3 mm nozzle at a flow rate of 12.5 litres per minute applied for at least three minutes from any direction.<\/p>\n\n IP65 is the most commonly specified rating for industrial machine vision illuminators used in general manufacturing environments. It provides adequate protection against dust, coolant spray, cleaning water jets at moderate pressure, and condensation. It is not rated for direct immersion.<\/p>\n\n Most RODER Vision standard illuminators are available with IP65 protection as a selectable option. This covers the majority of industrial inspection applications outside of food processing washdown and chemical environments.<\/p>\n\n IP67 provides dust-tight enclosure and protection against temporary immersion in water up to 1 metre depth for up to 30 minutes. This rating is required for illuminators that may be submerged or flooded during operation or cleaning. It is also appropriate for outdoor installations where the illuminator may be exposed to standing water.<\/p>\n\n IP67 requires a sealed enclosure with no paths for water ingress under immersion conditions. The sealing system must maintain integrity over the operating lifetime of the product. Seals degrade over time, particularly when exposed to thermal cycling and chemical cleaning agents. The IP67 rating is validated at the time of manufacture, but ongoing seal integrity depends on the operating conditions.<\/p>\n\n IP68 is defined by the manufacturer and covers continuous immersion beyond 1 metre. The specific depth and duration must be stated by the manufacturer. IP68 is required for underwater inspection applications and for illuminators permanently installed in submerged or flooded locations. It is not a common requirement for standard machine vision applications.<\/p>\n\n IP69K is the most demanding liquid ingress protection rating in common industrial use. It was originally developed for road vehicle applications where high-pressure steam cleaning is used. It has since become the standard rating requirement for food processing equipment that undergoes regular washdown with high-pressure hot water or steam.<\/p>\n\n The IP69K test uses water at 80\u00b0C delivered at a pressure of 80 to 100 bar through a rotating nozzle positioned 100 to 150 mm from the enclosure surface. The test is applied from four angles for 30 seconds each. This test is significantly more severe than the IP67 immersion test or the IP65 water jet test.<\/p>\n\n An illuminator rated IP69K can withstand the cleaning regimes used in food production, beverage processing, dairy, meat processing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. An illuminator rated only IP67 or IP65 will fail when subjected to IP69K-level cleaning conditions.<\/p>\n\n The IP rating of the illuminator body is only part of the system protection level. The connector and cable assembly must also be rated appropriately. An IP67-rated illuminator fitted with a non-sealed connector provides no effective protection at the connector interface.<\/p>\n\n M8 and M12 circular connectors are available in IP67 and IP69K-rated versions. The protection is achieved by sealing the mated connector pair, not the unmated connector. An unmated connector on an IP67 illuminator must be protected with a sealing cap when not connected to a cable.<\/p>\n\n RODER Vision illuminators for washdown and food processing applications are specified with IP67 or IP69K-rated M8 or M12 connectors. The complete assembly \u2014 illuminator body, connector, and mating cable connector \u2014 is selected to provide consistent protection throughout the system.<\/p>\n\n Not all machine vision applications require high IP ratings. In clean, dry environments without coolant, water, or significant dust, a standard IP40 or IP20 illuminator is adequate. Over-specifying the IP rating adds cost to the illuminator without providing operational benefit.<\/p>\n\n Typical applications where standard protection is sufficient include electronics inspection cells in air-conditioned facilities, semiconductor inspection environments with HEPA-filtered air, and general component inspection in clean assembly areas. In these environments, the illuminator does not require sealed enclosures or special connectors.<\/p>\n\n The correct IP rating is determined by the actual environmental conditions in the inspection cell, not by a generic rule. Key questions to consider are: Is there dust or airborne particulate in the environment? Is the illuminator exposed to coolant, cleaning water, or chemical spray? What cleaning method is used, and at what pressure and temperature? Is the illuminator at risk of submersion?<\/p>\n\n A systematic approach is to map the worst-case environmental exposure of the illuminator during both normal operation and during cleaning or maintenance cycles. The IP rating selected must cover both. An illuminator that survives normal operation but fails during the weekly cleaning cycle is not an acceptable specification.<\/p>\n\n The following RODER Vision families are available with IP65, IP67, or IP69K protection levels. Each is designed and tested to meet the stated rating across the full operating temperature range.<\/p>\n\n Available with IP65 and IP67 protection. M8 sealed connector. Suitable for general industrial washdown and coolant environments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Screw-less hygienic design with IP65 protection. Ideal for food and pharmaceutical inspection. HTTM thermal stability. Made in Italy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n High-intensity matrix available with IP65 protection. Suitable for dusty or humid factory environments. Strobe mode for high-speed lines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Available with IP65 protection for dimensional gauging in wet or dusty environments. High uniformity. Sealed M12 connector option.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n IP65 means the illuminator enclosure is dust-tight (first digit 6) and protected against low-pressure water jets from any direction (second digit 5). The water jet test uses a 6.3 mm nozzle at 12.5 litres per minute applied from any direction for at least three minutes. IP65 is the standard rating for general industrial environments with coolant, cleaning water, and moderate dust.<\/p><\/div> IP67 provides protection against temporary immersion in water up to 1 metre depth for 30 minutes. IP69K provides protection against high-pressure hot water jets at 80\u00b0C and 80 to 100 bar pressure. These are fundamentally different tests. An IP67-rated illuminator will fail the IP69K test. For food processing washdown applications, IP69K is required.<\/p><\/div> Yes. The IP rating of the illuminator body is only part of the system protection. The connector must also be rated appropriately. An IP67 illuminator fitted with an unsealed connector provides no water ingress protection at the connector. M8 and M12 connectors in IP67 and IP69K versions are available. Protection is achieved when the connector pair is fully mated. Unmated connectors must be fitted with a sealing cap.<\/p><\/div> IP69K is required when the illuminator is subject to cleaning with high-pressure hot water or steam. This is standard practice in food production, beverage processing, dairy, meat processing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. In these industries, cleaning cycles use pressures of 80 bar or above and temperatures up to 80\u00b0C or higher. An illuminator without IP69K certification will not survive these conditions.<\/p><\/div> No. In clean, dry environments such as electronics inspection cells or semiconductor cleanrooms, a standard IP40 or IP20 illuminator is adequate. Over-specifying the IP rating adds unnecessary cost. The correct rating is determined by the actual environmental conditions during both normal operation and cleaning cycles. Assess the worst-case exposure before specifying the required IP level.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\nFirst Digit: Solid Particle Protection<\/h2>\n\n
Second Digit: Liquid Ingress Protection<\/h2>\n\n
IPX4 and IPX5: Splash and Water Jet Protection<\/h3>\n\n
IP65: Dust-Tight and Water Jet Protected<\/h3>\n\n
IP67: Dust-Tight and Immersion-Rated to 1 Metre<\/h3>\n\n
IP68: Continuous Immersion at Specified Depth<\/h3>\n\n
IP69K: High-Pressure High-Temperature Steam Cleaning<\/h3>\n\n
Connector and Cable IP Rating Compatibility<\/h2>\n\n
When Standard IP40 Protection Is Sufficient<\/h2>\n\n
Choosing the Right IP Rating for Your Application<\/h2>\n\n
Prodotti e tecnologie<\/h2>\n\n
RODER Vision IP-Rated Illuminator Families<\/h2>\n\n
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