DUST/WATER PROTECTION - IP (Ingress Protection) Ratings signify protection from dust and water
Inverters with low IP Rating may face frequent breakdowns
The IP number (where IP stands for Ingress Protection) represents the extent to which an inverter is protected against dust and water. Higher the IP number, higher is the extent of protection.
Intensity Of Dust and Water
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IP Rating
No. of Breakdowns/Year
High
0
Low
1
IP Rating
No. of Breakdowns/Year
High
0
Low
2
IP Rating
No. of Breakdowns/Year
High
0
Low
3
IP Rating
No. of Breakdowns/Year
High
0
Low
4-5
IP Rating
No. of Breakdowns/Year
High
0-1
Low
7-10
Go for inverters with high IP rating to avoid frequent breakdowns