What Is An IPX Rating?
If you're a fan of having a vibe sesh in the bath or shower, it's essential that you pay attention to IPX ratings. Sex toys with a motor usually have an IPX rating, letting you know how resistant a product is to water. The higher the number, the more water resistant the product is.
What Each Rating Means
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Rating |
What it means |
What it means for your toy |
|---|---|---|
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IPX0 |
No water protection |
Keep away from water. |
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IPX1 |
Protects against vertically dripping water |
Minimal protection against drips. |
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IPX2 |
Protects against dripping water when tilted up to 15° |
Limited protection from drips at an angle. |
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IPX3 |
Protects against water sprays |
Can handle certain light water sprays under test conditions. |
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IPX4 |
Protects against splashing water from any direction |
Generally suitable for wiping down or careful cleaning, subject to the manufacturer's instructions. |
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IPX5 |
Protects against water jets |
Can withstand specified water jets, but isn't necessarily suitable for immersion. |
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IPX6 |
Protects against powerful water jets |
More substantial protection from water jets, but not submersion. |
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IPX7 |
Protects against temporary immersion |
Tested for immersion in up to 1 metre of water for 30 minutes under specified conditions. |
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IPX8 |
Protects against continuous immersion under specified conditions |
Suitable for immersion within the manufacturer's stated depth and time limits. |
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IPX Ratings & Cleaning
1. Check the toy's material
Nonporous materials like silicone, stainless steel, and borosilicate glass are generally easier to clean thoroughly than porous materials. Make sure you follow the product's specific care instructions.
2. Use an appropriate cleaner
Use a toy cleaner compatible with the product, or mild, unscented soap and water when the manufacturer permits it. Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, and products that could damage the material.
3. Dry it completely
Pat the toy dry with a clean, lint-free towel and allow it to air-dry fully before storing. Moisture trapped around seams or charging ports can cause problems.
4. Store it properly
Store your clean, dry toy in its own pouch or container, away from direct sunlight, excess heat, and other toys that could react with its material.
Cleaning sex toys by IPX rating
|
IPX rating |
Water protection |
Recommended cleaning approach |
|---|---|---|
|
IPX0 |
No water protection |
Clean with a damp cloth and appropriate toy cleaner. Avoid getting moisture into seams, buttons, charging ports, or the motor housing. |
|
IPX1–IPX2 |
Limited protection against dripping water |
Use a lightly dampened cloth. Avoid rinsing or soaking the toy. |
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IPX3 |
Protection against water sprays under test conditions |
Wipe with a damp cloth. Don't assume it is safe to rinse under a tap. |
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IPX4 |
Protection against splashing water |
A damp cloth is a safe default. Only rinse if the manufacturer specifically permits it. |
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IPX5–IPX6 |
Protection against water jets |
These ratings don't guarantee that a toy can be safely rinsed or submerged. Follow the manufacturer's cleaning instructions. |
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IPX7–IPX8 |
Protection against immersion under specified conditions |
If the manufacturer confirms the toy is washable, rinse or wash it as directed. Don't exceed the specified depth or immersion time. |
Things To Remember:
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Water-resistant doesn't always mean waterproof. Marketing terms aren't a substitute for the product's tested rating.
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IPX7 doesn't automatically include IPX5 or IPX6 protection. Immersion and water-jet tests are different.
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Charging ports matter! Make sure the toy is fully charged only when dry and follow the manufacturer's safety instructions.
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Cleaning instructions still apply. Even a highly water-resistant toy may have material-specific cleaning requirements.
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