Use this guide to connect IP dust and water protection levels with emergency lighting, outdoor exit signs, and wet-location product selection.
Product paths to compare
| Project question | Product path |
|---|---|
| Need wet-location emergency lights? | Wet-location emergency lights |
| Need wet-location exit signs? | Wet-location exit signs |
| Need outdoor wall packs? | Outdoor wall packs |
| Need request product help? | Request product help |
Planning checkpoints
- Confirm the expected exposure: condensation, splashing, rain, spray, hose-down, dust, or washdown.
- Match IP language with NEMA or wet-location language shown on the product documentation.
- Review installation orientation and gasket/knockout instructions before ordering.
Official references
Code note: This guide is a purchasing and planning aid, not a code determination. Confirm final requirements with the authority having jurisdiction, adopted code edition, engineer of record, and project documents.