Phoenix Contact 1460178 Heavy Duty Connector Hood - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1460178 is a heavy duty connector hood designed for side entry applications with M32 thread size in the HEAVYCON® B series. This component functions as a protective enclosure for electrical connections in industrial environments. The part is currently listed as obsolete, making identification of suitable substitute components essential for ongoing maintenance, repair, and system continuity in applications where this connector type is deployed.

Substiute Parts

1460178

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 7851460178 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1412703

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8391412703 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1460178 is determined by strict alignment with the following core parameters:

Critical Matching Parameters:

• Connector Type: Hood
• Style: Side Entry
• Size: B16
• Thread Size: M32
• Lock Location: Locking Clip (2) on Hood
• Housing Material: Aluminum, Die Cast
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C
• Series: HEAVYCON® B

The substitute part 1412703 maintains full compatibility across all critical parameters. Both components share identical connector classification, entry style, size designation, thread specification, and locking mechanism. The housing material, thermal operating range, and series designation remain consistent between the main part and its substitute.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1412703 is the direct substitute for the obsolete 1460178. Both components are manufactured by Phoenix Contact within the HEAVYCON® B series and maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications across all critical parameters: connector type, entry style, size designation, thread size, locking mechanism, housing material, and operating temperature range.

The 1412703 carries active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and supply chain continuity. Both parts maintain RoHS compliance and identical moisture sensitivity levels. The 1412703 provides enhanced ingress protection rating (IP66/IP67/IP69K) and salt water resistance features not specified in the original part, representing a functional upgrade suitable for direct replacement in existing applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1412703 directly replace the 1460178 in existing installations?

A: Yes. Both components share identical specifications across all critical parameters: connector type (hood), entry style (side entry), size (B16), thread size (M32), locking mechanism, housing material (aluminum die cast), and operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C). The 1412703 is the designated substitute for the obsolete 1460178.

Q: What are the key differences between these two parts?

A: The primary differences are product status and environmental protection ratings. The 1460178 is obsolete, while the 1412703 is active. The 1412703 includes IP66/IP67/IP69K ingress protection and salt water resistance features. Mechanically and electrically, both components are equivalent.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the 1460178 and 1412703 are RoHS compliant and carry identical moisture sensitivity levels (MSL 1 - Unlimited).

Q: What does the B16 size designation indicate?

A: B16 is the size classification within the HEAVYCON® B series connector family. This designation, combined with the M32 thread size and side entry style, defines the physical and mechanical interface specifications for both the main part and substitute.

Q: Why should I transition from the 1460178 to the 1412703?

A: The 1460178 is obsolete, creating supply and support risks. The 1412703 is an active product with confirmed availability, providing equivalent functionality with enhanced environmental protection ratings and salt water resistance.