TL;DR
- IP68 and 5ATM come from different testing families. They are not free synonyms on packaging.
- Ask for the model-specific PDF, the standard name, and the conditions on the report, not a verbal “waterproof.”
- On Yawell’s public catalog, water evidence is per model. R12 has two separate report branches. R04S and R20 have no public waterproof claims.
Why Buyers Mix IP68 and 5ATM
Marketing copy often prints both strings as if they mean the same protection. They do not.
- IP codes (for example IP68) come from the IEC 60529 IP Code system for ingress protection against solids and liquids (Intertek IP testing overview; Wikipedia IP code). The first digit covers solids; the second covers liquids. For IP68, dust-tight protection is paired with continuous immersion under conditions the manufacturer specifies (depth and time are report-defined, not a universal free-dive number).
- ATM ratings on wearables (for example 5ATM) come from the watch industry water-resistance tradition. ATM means atmospheres of pressure. Many consumer guides map 5ATM to swimming/shower marketing language, but real permission always depends on the standard, test conditions, and the maker’s instructions (Wikipedia Water Resistant mark; watch-industry explainers). Yawell model reports that list 5ATM typically reference the ISO 22810 family on the report label.
- Wearable explainers treat IP and ATM as different testing traditions, not a single ladder where one number is always “better” (Wareable IP/ATM guide).
A Pass result always belongs to a specific sample, method, and report. It does not automatically transfer to a sibling color, a new mold, or a different chip branch.
What to Put on the RFQ
- Target use: splash only, hand wash, shower, swim marketing, or none.
- Target markets and retail claim wording you want to print.
- Exact model ID you will brand.
- Request: report PDF + standard + conclusion + sample ID.
If you need swim-facing copy, say so early. It changes validation work and sometimes the hardware path.
How to Read a Report Label
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Model name on the report | Blocks reuse of another SKU’s PDF |
| Standard (IEC 60529, ISO 22810, other) | Defines what the number means |
| Rating string (IP68, 5ATM, depth notes) | Marketing must not invent a second rating |
| Pass / Fail | Only Pass supports a claim |
| Date and lab identity | Stale or unmatched reports are weak |
Yawell Public Water Evidence (Source-Bound)
| Model | Public water evidence on site | Buyer note |
|---|---|---|
| R02 | IEC60529 waterproof report lists IP68 Pass (see report label) | Keep to the report wording |
| R04S | No waterproof claim / no water report | Do not invent water marketing |
| R08 | Waterproof report lists 5ATM test Pass | Model-specific |
| R10 | 5ATM under ISO 22810-2010 Pass | Model-specific |
| R12 Ceramic | Two separate reports: ISO 22810 5ATM/50m and IEC60529 IP68/30m | Do not merge into one super-claim |
| R20 | No waterproof claim / no water report | Do not invent water marketing |
Open the model pages for links: R02, R08, R10, R12, ring line.
Common Mistakes
- Printing “IP68 + 5ATM” because two reports exist on related products.
- Using R12’s IP68 branch to support an R10 claim.
- Adding water claims to R04S or R20.
- Approving packaging before the PDF is on file.
- Treating a sample that survived a sink test as a standard Pass.
FAQ
1. Is IP68 better than 5ATM?
Not as a single ranking. Different methods measure different conditions, and IP68 immersion parameters are manufacturer/report-defined. Compare reports for the same model you will ship (Wareable; IEC 60529 explainers).
2. Can one report cover a whole product family?
Only if the report and BOM identity say so. Default assumption: one model, one evidence set.
3. What if my brand needs a claim the base model does not support?
Treat it as a project change: validation work, possible design change, new report. Put it in the RFQ early.
4. Where do I start on Yawell?
Shortlist models on the ring line, open report links where published, then request a quote with the claim wording you need.
Next Step
Send target claim wording, markets, and model shortlist. Do not finalize packaging until the matching PDF is accepted.
Request a quote. Related: factory checklist, OEM/ODM service, QC checklist.