Phoenix Contact 1418094 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1418094 is a modular connector jack designed for DIN rail mounting applications. This component is a 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) connector with a 45° angle orientation, unshielded configuration, and Cat6 rating. The part is classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives necessary for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations where this connector type is required.

Substiute Parts

1418094

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 7981418094 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the Phoenix Contact 1418094 requires matching the following critical parameters:

• Connector type: Jack modular connector
• Contact configuration: 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)
• Mounting interface: DIN rail compatible
• Orientation: 45° angle
• Shielding classification: Unshielded
• Performance rating: Cat6 or higher
• Ingress protection: IP20 minimum
• Tab direction: Down
• Contact material and finish: Copper tin alloy with gold plating
• Housing material: Polycarbonate with glass reinforcement
• Operating temperature range: -10°C to 60°C minimum
• Regulatory compliance: RoHS compliant

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Engineering Selection Recommendations

When sourcing alternatives to the Phoenix Contact 1418094, prioritize components that maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications. The obsolete status of this part necessitates identification of current-production equivalents that preserve DIN rail mounting compatibility, 45° angle orientation, and Cat6 performance characteristics. Ensure any replacement maintains RoHS compliance and operates within the specified temperature range of -10°C to 60°C. Contact material specifications (copper tin alloy with gold finish) and housing material (polycarbonate, glass-filled) should be preserved to ensure mechanical durability and electrical performance in the original application context.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What makes a connector a valid substitute for the Phoenix Contact 1418094? A: A valid substitute must be a jack-type modular connector with 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) configuration, DIN rail mounting capability, 45° angle orientation, unshielded design, Cat6 rating, IP20 ingress protection, down-facing tab direction, copper tin alloy contacts with gold plating, polycarbonate glass-filled housing, and operating temperature range of -10°C to 60°C or better.

Q: Why is the product status listed as obsolete? A: Obsolete status indicates this part is no longer in active production by Phoenix Contact. This necessitates sourcing from existing inventory or identifying functionally equivalent current-production alternatives.

Q: Are shielded connectors acceptable substitutes? A: No. The 1418094 is specified as unshielded. Shielded variants would alter electrical characteristics and are not direct substitutes.

Q: Can Cat5e connectors replace this Cat6 connector? A: No. Cat6 rating is a minimum requirement for this application. Cat5e connectors do not meet the specified performance standard.

Q: What is the significance of the 45° angle orientation? A: The 45° angle is a mechanical specification that determines physical fit within the DIN rail mounting system. Connectors with different orientations (such as 90° or straight) are not mechanically compatible.