What happens if we go beyond Limitations?

[SajjanXperia]

Hi...
I want to ask some doubt about the IP limitations of our Xperia family...
Means Sony says not to submerge their devices underwater for more than 1.5 metres.. And for 30 minutes..
So I want to ask that what will happen if we go beyond 1.5 metres (ex 5-6 metres)..? Does our device got a sensor to know that its going beyond 1.5 metre?
2. Also I want to know that is 30 min duration is related to the submerging depth (keep 1.5m for 30min)... Or else you can't keep the device more than 30 min even in little water submerged?... For that also is there any sensor ?

[Phy · Accepted solution]

There aren't sensors that will show if you went beyond 1.5meters of if you left your phone longer than 30 minutes, but water will leaked in eventually, damaging your phone.

[Phy]

Here are some links that should anwer some of your questions

http://www.ezscreen.com/ip_ratings.htm

http://www.ni.com/white-paper/8473/en/

http://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/Understanding-IP-Ratings

[Uliwooly]

@SajjanXperia You should not risk your phone, also keep it away from hot water, salt/sea water, and chlorinated water as it will damage the seals.

Great answers @Phy, keep up the good work.