Phoenix Contact 1460138 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1460138 is a coupling housing for heavy-duty connectors in the HEAVYCON series. This component functions as a connector housing assembly designed for industrial applications requiring robust mechanical and electrical connections. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components to maintain system compatibility and ensure continued availability for replacement and new installations.

Substiute Parts

1460138

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8731460138 Datasheet

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1424828

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8671424828 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete Phoenix Contact 1460138 is based on the following critical parameters that determine functional and mechanical compatibility:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Manufacturer: Phoenix Contact (same manufacturer ensures design compatibility)
• Category: Heavy Duty Connectors (same functional classification)
• Series: HEAVYCON® B (same connector series family)
• Size Designation: B32 (identical size specification)
• RoHS Compliance: RoHS Compliant (regulatory requirement match)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (identical environmental rating)
• ECCN Classification: EAR99 (same export control classification)
• HTSUS Code: 8538.90.8180 (same tariff classification)

The substitute part Phoenix Contact 1424828 satisfies all primary substitution criteria while maintaining active product status, ensuring long-term availability and support.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute: Phoenix Contact 1424828

The Phoenix Contact 1424828 is the qualified substitute for the obsolete 1460138. Selection of this substitute is based on:

1. Product Status Alignment: The 1424828 maintains active product status, ensuring availability, technical support, and continued manufacturing commitment from Phoenix Contact.

2. Regulatory Compliance: Both parts maintain identical RoHS compliance status and ECCN/HTSUS classifications, eliminating regulatory re-qualification requirements.

3. Environmental Rating Consistency: Identical MSL rating (1 - Unlimited) confirms equivalent environmental performance characteristics.

4. Series and Size Compatibility: Both components belong to the HEAVYCON® B series with B32 size designation, ensuring mechanical and electrical interface compatibility within the connector ecosystem.

5. Certification Parity: Matching ECCN and HTSUS codes confirm equivalent export control and tariff treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Why is the Phoenix Contact 1460138 no longer available?

A: The 1460138 has reached obsolete status in the Phoenix Contact product lifecycle. Active substitutes are available to support continued system maintenance and new installations.

Q: Is the Phoenix Contact 1424828 a direct replacement for the 1460138?

A: The 1424828 is a qualified substitute based on matching manufacturer, category, series designation, size specification, and regulatory compliance parameters. Both components are RoHS compliant with identical MSL ratings and export classifications.

Q: What are the key compatibility parameters for this substitution?

A: Compatibility is determined by: manufacturer (Phoenix Contact), category (Heavy Duty Connectors), series (HEAVYCON® B), size (B32), RoHS compliance status, MSL rating (1 - Unlimited), ECCN classification (EAR99), and HTSUS code (8538.90.8180).

Q: Does the substitute part have different packaging?

A: The 1424828 is supplied in Bulk packaging, whereas the original part packaging specification was not provided. Packaging format does not affect functional or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Are there inventory considerations for this substitution?

A: The 1424828 maintains active inventory status with 764 pieces available as new original stock, ensuring reliable supply for replacement and new applications.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the substitute part?

A: The Phoenix Contact 1424828 operates across the temperature range of -40°C to 125°C, suitable for industrial heavy-duty connector applications.