ip4x confusion

[jon4381]

Hi everyone,I'm newly qualified and have a question that might be laughed at but I'm confused so I need to ask. I noticed the other day some 13 amp socket outlets fitted to the floor,how is this not breaking the ip4x code

 

[Billythekid]

IP4X? or IPXXB?

 

[Deleted member 26818]

Do you mean the requirement for the top surface of an enclosure to be rated IP4X?
A socket-outlet is not rated at IP4X however it is positioned.

 

[loop3]

Ip4x = mechanical protection 1mm if you stick it the floor that shouldn't change. However if it's liquid protection... Sure you got that code right?

 

[jon4381]

This I why I'm confused,ip4x is maximum of 1mm test prob for the top and sides and ipxxb is a 12.5 mm test prob for the front but the sockets are screwed to the floor breaking the ip4x code so how can it pass the initial verification

 

[jon4381]

Okay thanks

 

[loop3]

Not for top and sides. For the entire thing!

 

[loop3]

When it comes to mech pro

 

[loop3]

Where is that socket away? In an office ?

 

[Adam W]

There are shutters over the live contacts which retract when you plug a plug in.