IP Rating Explained — How Waterproof Is Your Weighing Scale?

🔍 Introduction

If you’re shopping for a waterproof weighing scale, you’ve probably come across terms like IP65, IP67, or IP68. But what do these codes actually mean? And more importantly — which rating is suitable for your business in Gujarat?

At Shree Shree Weighing Solutions, we help clients in food, seafood, chemical, and dairy industries across Ahmedabad, Surat, Bhavnagar, and beyond choose IP-rated waterproof scales that suit their exact work conditions.

Here’s a clear breakdown to help you make the right investment.

🧪 What is an IP Rating?

IP stands for Ingress Protection, an international standard (IEC 60529) that indicates how well a device is protected against solids and liquids.

It’s represented by two numbers:

• The first digit refers to solid protection (dust, sand, etc.)

• The second digit indicates liquid protection (water, oil, etc.)

🚿 Common IP Ratings for Weighing Scales

✅ IP65 – Splash-Proof

• Protected against dust and low-pressure water jets

• Suitable for light washdowns and retail counters

• Not ideal for heavy-duty use or wet environments

✅ Recommended for:

• Grocery shops

• Sweet marts

• Bakery counters in dry areas

✅ IP67 – Water-Immersion Resistant

• Fully dust-tight

• Can withstand temporary water immersion (up to 1 meter for 30 minutes)

• Offers strong resistance to high-humidity environments and cleaning

✅ Ideal for:

• Meat & poultry shops

• Dairy plants

• Seafood processors

✅ IP68 – Submersion-Grade Waterproofing

• Maximum dust and liquid protection

• Withstands continuous submersion and high-pressure cleaning

• Built for extreme washdowns and wet industrial zones

✅ Perfect for:

• Fisheries

• Food processing factories

• Pharmaceutical cleanrooms

⚖️ How to Choose the Right IP Rating for Your Scale

Ask yourself:

1. Will the scale be washed daily?

2. Is there constant water exposure (e.g. melting ice, milk spills)?

3. Do you operate in a humid or steamy environment?

4. Do regulatory bodies like FSSAI demand strict hygiene?

If you answer “yes” to most of these, go for IP67 or IP68 waterproof scales.

🏭 Gujarat’s Top Industries Using IP-Rated Scales

• Dairy processors in Anand & Mehsana

• Seafood exporters in Veraval & Bhavnagar

• Poultry farms in Rajkot & Vadodara

• Food processors in Sanand GIDC & Ahmedabad

At Shree Shree Weighing Solutions, we supply IP65/IP67/IP68 certified waterproof scales across Gujarat — with after-sales support, stamping, and repair.