SpritzwasserTests

SpritzwasserTests are a category of engineering tests designed to evaluate a device’s resistance to splashing water. They are part of ingress protection testing and focus on splash conditions rather than immersion, making them relevant for products exposed to rain, splashes, or wash-down scenarios. The tests are used across electronics, automotive components, outdoor equipment, and consumer devices to verify enclosure integrity, seals, and coatings.

In typical SpritzwasserTests, a test specimen is subjected to a regulated spray or water jets from specified directions for a defined period. Test setups may use spray nozzles or spray towers that deliver water at controlled flow rates and pressures. Depending on the application, the device may be tested in multiple orientations and, in some cases, while powered or unpowered. The objective is to assess whether water ingress occurs and whether any functional or cosmetic damage results.

Evaluation criteria generally include the absence of water ingress into critical areas, preserved operation of the device, and no unacceptable leakage or corrosion. Pass/fail determinations are made according to applicable standards or customer specifications.

Standards and references: SpritzwasserTests are commonly aligned with international ingress protection standards such as IEC/EN 60529, which defines IP ratings including splash protection classes (often IPX4, IPX5, and IPX6). In automotive and other sectors, regional or industry-specific standards—such as ISO 20653 for road vehicles—may also apply.

See also: IP code, ingress protection, splash resistance.