Many people know that IP testing is a guarantee of an electric actuator, but few realize that the testing does not include the product's operation. IP (Ingress Protection) testing is typically conducted in a non-operating state, primarily to isolate the evaluation of the enclosure's protective capabilities from the electric actuator internal functions. Conducting IP rating tests on non-operating products provides a controlled environment to specifically assess the physical barrier that the enclosure offers against foreign objects and liquids, ensuring a consistent and reliable measurement of its protective effectiveness.
Therefore, when you need an absolutely waterproof electric actuator for electrical operation in water, please be sure to confirm that using the product in or underwater is not a problem. This is because IP testing only represents the tested water ingress protection of the enclosure and does not represent waterproof protection for using the product in water.
