Phoenix Contact 1460106 Heavy Duty Connector Hood - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1460106 is a heavy duty connector hood designed for top entry applications with M25 thread size in the HEAVYCON® B series. This component provides IP65 ingress protection (dust tight, water resistant) and operates across -40°C to 125°C. The part is currently obsolete, making identification of suitable substitute components essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

1460106

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8701460106 Datasheet

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1412604

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8571412604 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1460106 is determined by strict alignment with the following core parameters:

• Connector Type & Style: Must be hood connector with top entry configuration
• Size Designation: Must be B10 size class
• Thread Interface: Must be M25 thread size
• Series Compatibility: Must belong to HEAVYCON® B series
• Housing Material & Construction: Must use aluminum die cast construction
• Operating Temperature: Must support -40°C to 125°C range
• Lock Mechanism: Must feature locking clip on base bottom

The substitute part 1412604 meets all mandatory substitution criteria while providing enhanced ingress protection (IP66/IP67/IP69K versus IP65) and active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1412604 is the direct substitute for the obsolete 1460106. Both components share identical core specifications across connector type, size class, thread interface, and operating temperature range. The 1412604 maintains full mechanical and electrical compatibility while offering the following advantages:

• Active Product Status: The 1412604 is currently in active production, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity
• Enhanced Environmental Protection: IP66/IP67/IP69K rating provides superior ingress protection compared to the IP65 specification of the original part
• Current Compliance: ROHS3 certification reflects current regulatory requirements versus the legacy RoHS compliance of the 1460106
• Salt Water Resistance: Additional feature for corrosive environment applications

The minimal dimensional variance (1mm width increase) does not affect form factor compatibility in standard mounting configurations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1412604 be used as a direct replacement for the 1460106?

A: Yes. Both components are HEAVYCON® B series hood connectors with identical B10 size, M25 thread, top entry configuration, and -40°C to 125°C operating range. The 1412604 is mechanically and electrically compatible with applications originally designed for the 1460106.

Q: What is the difference in ingress protection between these parts?

A: The 1460106 provides IP65 protection (dust tight, water resistant). The 1412604 provides IP66/IP67/IP69K protection (dust tight, water resistant, and waterproof). The enhanced rating of the substitute part does not create incompatibility; it represents improved environmental sealing performance.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: The 1460106 was supplied with unspecified packaging. The 1412604 is supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging format does not affect component functionality or compatibility.

Q: Why is the 1460106 listed as obsolete?

A: The 1460106 has been superseded by the 1412604 in the Phoenix Contact product line. The newer part offers enhanced environmental protection and current regulatory compliance while maintaining full compatibility with existing designs.

Q: Are there any dimensional compatibility concerns?

A: The 1412604 width dimension is 44mm versus 43mm for the 1460106 (1mm difference). This minimal variance does not affect standard mounting or connector interface compatibility in typical applications.