Blog posts tagged with 'ip rating'

Industrial computers and monitors are usually placed and operated in harsh production environments. It means they must be able to withstand the impact of dust and water and reliably perform in challenging conditions. Some people call these units waterproof and dustproof, but there are special ratings showing the actual level of protection. Let’s take a look at the main standard used in the industrial world - an IP rating.

Buying a new industrial computer can be a challenging task. It involves a great deal of analysis and can be challenging even for professionals. To make this process easier for you, specialists at STX Technology have covered main topics like SSD size, IP rating compliance, the difference between types of enclosure finishes and types of touch screens.

IP Rating and NEMA Rating classify levels of sealing effectiveness of electrical enclosures against environmental factors and provide users more detailed information than general terms waterproof and dustproof.