Criteria for determining whether a waterproof switch is qualified

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The editor will explain to you what the criteria for identifying waterproof switches are When renovating our home, we needed to install waterproof switches in many places, so that we could use them safely and with confidence. 1. IP waterproof rating: The main standard for assessing the waterproof performance of switches is based on the IP waterproof rating system. To determine the waterproof performance of a waterproof switch, one should look at the last two digits XX in the IPXX designation; the first digit X ranges from 0 to 6, with 6 representing the highest level of waterproofing ； The second X ranges from 0 to 8, with 8 being the highest level ； Therefore, the highest waterproof rating for a waterproof switch is IP68. Second, whether the certifications are complete: relevant ROHS regulations, SGS certification ； It also holds certifications such as VDE/DEMKO/KEMA (now EU ENEC), UL/CSA, etc. These are the certification requirements for high-quality waterproof switches. It’s necessary if it’s to be exported overseas. Third, other criteria: The waterproof switch should be properly designed, have a long service life, be resistant to high temperatures and high current surges, and meet the specific requirements of your product – these are factors that should be taken into consideration.