# Weatherproof socket outlet

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Publisher: Elora Grid
Updated: 2026-10-28
Lookup label: SO-IP
Drawing use: GA
Reference families: IEC

## Symbol convention

Convention: IEC
Form: Weatherproof socket outlet
IEC 60617 installation-plan style (architectural and topographical installation symbols); independently drawn, not certified IEC geometry or a database identifier.

Plan mark for an outdoor or wet-area socket outlet with a protective enclosure, usually tagged with its IP rating.

## In plain English

### What does Weatherproof socket outlet mean?

Weatherproof outlets are placed on external walls, in wash-down areas, car parks and roof plant. The plan symbol uses the normal outlet form with an IP or WP tag, and some legends add a small enclosure line around the outlet to show the hinged cover.

### A simple example

The tag matters to the installer because it decides the accessory family, gland type and whether the cover must keep its rating with a plug inserted. Outdoor outlets also usually require residual-current protection, so the reader should look for the RCD indication or the circuit schedule note.

### What the drawings help you do

The symbol does not state the actual IP code unless the number is written. WP alone is a project shorthand; the specification should fix the numeric rating.

### This particular reference

Plan mark for an outdoor or wet-area socket outlet with a protective enclosure, usually tagged with its IP rating. An interior outlet and a weatherproof outlet can share the same base form; only the enclosure tag or outline distinguishes them.

### Terms

- Rating: A value stating the conditions for which equipment is specified.
- Schematic: A drawing showing function and connections rather than physical appearance.

Concept diagram: Identify the device and form → Read the connections and state → Check the equipment reference
A guide to reading this reference. The original symbol illustration and its drawing notes appear below; these boxes are not a wiring diagram.

- [IEC graphical symbols for diagrams](https://tc3.iec.ch/tc-activity/graphical-symbols-for-diagrams/)
- [Electrical installation design methodology and references](https://www.electrical-installation.org/enwiki/General_rules_of_electrical_installation_design)
- [Form factors of residual-current devices](https://www.electrical-installation.org/enwiki/Form_factors_of_RCDs)


## What it represents

Weatherproof outlets are placed on external walls, in wash-down areas, car parks and roof plant. The plan symbol uses the normal outlet form with an IP or WP tag, and some legends add a small enclosure line around the outlet to show the hinged cover.
The tag matters to the installer because it decides the accessory family, gland type and whether the cover must keep its rating with a plug inserted. Outdoor outlets also usually require residual-current protection, so the reader should look for the RCD indication or the circuit schedule note.
The symbol does not state the actual IP code unless the number is written. WP alone is a project shorthand; the specification should fix the numeric rating.

## How to read it

- Look for an IP number, not just WP or EXT text.
- Check whether the outlet is also shown as residual-current protected.

## Information to show or reference

- State the IP code required with a plug inserted where relevant.
- Confirm residual-current protection for the circuit.
- Show mounting height above finished ground.

## Important distinction

An interior outlet and a weatherproof outlet can share the same base form; only the enclosure tag or outline distinguishes them.

## Facts

- Typical tag: IP rating such as IP56 or IP66
- Location: External walls, wet areas, roof plant
- Exact standard graphic: Not reproduced here; confirm the form against IEC 60617 and the project legend

## Public references

- [IEC graphical symbols for diagrams](https://tc3.iec.ch/tc-activity/graphical-symbols-for-diagrams/) — IEC. IEC committee context for graphical symbols used in diagrams and installation documents; not a source of reproduced artwork.
- [Electrical installation design methodology and references](https://www.electrical-installation.org/enwiki/General_rules_of_electrical_installation_design) — Schneider Electric — Electrical Installation Guide. Installation design methodology context: circuits, outlets and final distribution are planned before symbols are placed.
- [Form factors of residual-current devices](https://www.electrical-installation.org/enwiki/Form_factors_of_RCDs) — Schneider Electric — Electrical Installation Guide. Explains the physical forms residual-current protection can take, including socket-outlet integration.

## Graphic scope

Independent original educational concept illustration by Elora Grid. Not a certified standards graphic or manufacturer footprint. Unitless; not to scale. Original artwork licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. Publisher material is linked only.