IK, Impact Protection, IK Rating, IK10 Key Ring

IK10 design for mechanical engineers, and Electricals engineers. IK Rating or “Impact Protection” (the K is from 'Kinetic' to differentiate from IP rating) is defined in international standards and indicates the level of resistance an electrical enclosure provides against mechanical impact. IK ratings are an important factor when choosing LED lighting which may be fitted in an area that could be subject to a rough environment, attempted vandalism, or other impacts. The numbers that follow the IK have a specific meaning and indicate the level of protection from mechanical impact. It is a 1 to 10 system with a higher number indicating a more robust product able to maintain safety at higher energy impacts.