Phoenix Contact PLC-BSC-120UC/21-21/H Relay Socket Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact PLC-BSC-120UC/21-21/H is a relay socket designed for DIN rail mounting applications. This component functions as a socket interface for miniature relays, providing screw terminal connections for secure electrical attachment. The product is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components to maintain system functionality and ensure continued availability for replacement and new installations.

Substiute Parts

1012014

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9241012014 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

2910505

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 11402910505 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The Phoenix Contact PLC-BSC-120UC/21-21/H relay socket has been identified with one manufacturer-recommended substitute: part number 2910505. The substitution is based on the following critical parameters that determine functional compatibility:

Key Substitution Parameters:

• Series alignment: Both components belong to the PLC-BSC series
• Mounting configuration: Both utilize DIN rail mounting
• Termination method: Both employ screw terminal connections
• Application compatibility: Both are designed for miniature relay integration
• Manufacturer consistency: Both are Phoenix Contact products
• Regulatory compliance: Both carry identical ECCN classification (EAR99)

The substitute part 2910505 is an active product status component, providing continued availability and support compared to the obsolete original part number.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 2910505 is the manufacturer-recommended substitute for the obsolete PLC-BSC-120UC/21-21/H relay socket. Selection of this substitute is supported by the following engineering criteria:

Product Status Alignment: The substitute part maintains active product status with Phoenix Contact, ensuring ongoing technical support, documentation availability, and supply chain continuity.

Regulatory Compliance: Both the original and substitute components carry the same ECCN classification (EAR99), confirming equivalent export control and regulatory standing.

Series Continuity: Retention within the PLC-BSC series ensures design consistency and compatibility with existing system architectures that specify this relay socket family.

Mechanical and Electrical Interface: Identical DIN rail mounting and screw terminal termination ensure direct mechanical and electrical compatibility without requiring system redesign or additional interface components.

The substitute part 2910505 is suitable for direct replacement in applications currently utilizing the obsolete 1012014 component.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Phoenix Contact 2910505 directly replace the obsolete 1012014 in existing installations?

A: Yes. Both components share identical mounting type (DIN rail), termination style (screw terminal), and series designation (PLC-BSC). The 2910505 is the manufacturer-recommended substitute and provides direct functional replacement.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The original part number 1012014 has been classified as obsolete by Phoenix Contact. The 2910505 substitute maintains active product status, ensuring continued availability, technical documentation, and manufacturer support.

Q: Are there any regulatory or compliance differences between the original and substitute parts?

A: No. Both components carry identical ECCN classification (EAR99), confirming equivalent regulatory standing and export control status.

Q: What applications are suitable for the PLC-BSC-120UC/21-21/H relay socket and its substitute?

A: This relay socket is designed for use with miniature relays in DIN rail-mounted control systems. The socket provides the interface between the relay and the screw terminal connections of the control circuit.

Q: Are there inventory considerations when transitioning from the original to the substitute part?

A: The substitute part 2910505 is currently available with 1045 pieces in stock, compared to 874 pieces of the obsolete original. The active product status of the substitute ensures ongoing replenishment and availability.