FAQ

Not necessarily. IP ratings are protection classifications established under IEC 60529. The first digit indicates protection against solid foreign objects and dust, while the second digit indicates protection against liquids. IP65 and IP66 both include dust-tight requirements, but their liquid test conditions differ; IP66 has more stringent requirements for protection against water jets than IP65.

If a product is labeled IP65 Front Bezel or Front Panel IP65/66, this generally means that the protection applies primarily to the front bezel or front panel. It cannot be assumed that the device's rear, I/O connectors, power connectors, cables, and interior provide the same level of protection. Nor does it mean that the device can be immersed in water without restriction or cleaned with high-pressure water jets.

Some ELGENS military platforms can provide IP65+ or IP67 protection. For example, X-Corleone is officially rated IP67; however, the actual protection rating, scope of testing, and installation requirements must still be verified against the complete model designation and official documentation.

These qualifications and tests represent different levels of requirements:

• IP65/IP66/IP67: Primarily describe the degree of enclosure protection against dust and water ingress.

• MIL-STD-461G: Primarily addresses military electromagnetic interference and immunity requirements, including test items such as CE101/CE102/RE101/RE102/CS118.

• MIL-STD-704F, MIL-STD-1275E: Primarily relate to power supply environments and power input requirements for military platforms.

• MIL-STD-810H: Covers environmental resistance to temperature, humidity, vibration, shock, and other conditions, depending on the test method.

• IEC 60945: Primarily relates to environmental and electromagnetic compatibility requirements for maritime navigation and communication equipment.

• NATO NCAGE: Relates to company or supplier identification and defense supply chain qualifications, not waterproofing or military-standard certification for an individual display.

• CAVP: Relates to cryptographic modules or related cybersecurity validation and does not mean that a Panel PC has obtained all military-standard certifications.

• CMMC 2.0: Falls within the scope of organizational cybersecurity maturity and compliance; ELGENS' publicly available information specifies Level 1 self-assessment, which should not be directly described as CMMC certification for all products.

ELGENS' publicly available information lists company-level details such as NATO NCAGE Code STEL9, CAVP A7682/A7683, and CMMC 2.0 Level 1 self-assessment; for formal defense projects, the latest certificates, registration records, declarations of conformity, and test documentation for the specified product should still be requested.

The official specifications, test reports, or compliance documentation for the specific model should serve as the basis. For example, the LPC-P156WAG-2Tx is officially listed as compliant with MIL-STD-810H, and ELGENS test documentation has also shown an example of a Panel PC undergoing 1.5 Grms vibration testing in accordance with IEC-60068-2-64.

For its military and maritime products, ELGENS evaluates vibration, shock, temperature, electromagnetic compatibility, and power supply conditions based on the mission platform, and can provide product testing, custom integration, and project-specific testing support. Test conditions, mounting methods, and configurations may vary by product, so test results for a single model cannot be applied to the entire product lineup.

Installation work should follow the installation drawings, manual, and test conditions for the specific model, with attention to the following:

1. Verify that the cutout dimensions, panel flatness, and mounting frame meet the specifications.
2. Verify that the waterproof gaskets, sealing strips, or front bezel contact surfaces are intact, with no twisting, damage, or trapped foreign objects.
3. Tighten the mounting screws as specified. Avoid leaving screws too loose, which can allow water ingress, or overtightening them, which can deform the seals.
4. Verify that the power, signal, and I/O connectors are fully seated, and use compatible military-standard or waterproof connectors.
5. Seal cable exits, cable glands, and unused openings according to the product specifications.
6. After repairs, disassembly and reassembly, or touch glass replacement, recheck the seals. Do not assume that the original IP protection is automatically maintained after repairs.
7. When cleaning, avoid using high-pressure water jets directly on the product, and do not spray cleaning solutions directly toward panel edges, connectors, or ventilation areas.

ELGENS has integrated hardware, mechanical, and thermal design capabilities and also performs pre-shipment assembly and quality inspections. For specialized military or maritime projects, post-installation protection conditions can also be confirmed during the quotation and testing stages.

First, remove any water droplets, dust, or grease from the panel and wipe it dry. Then check that the touch cable, driver, operating system, and touch mode are functioning properly. If the device's glass, touch controller, or firmware has been replaced, also verify version compatibility.

ELGENS test data shows that P-cap panels may register unintended touches or generate erroneous signals when water accumulates over a large area or the device is laid flat; some products can reduce interference from water droplets through Water Rejection firmware. ELGENS can help evaluate touchscreen materials, firmware, and installation angles for outdoor, military, or maritime applications, but actual functionality must still be confirmed for the specified model.