Phoenix Contact 1460271 Heavy Duty Connector Hood - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1460271 is a heavy duty connector hood designed for top entry applications with M40 thread size in the HEAVYCON® B series. This component provides IP65 ingress protection (dust tight, water resistant) and operates across a wide temperature range of -40°C to 125°C. The part is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of suitable substitute components essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations where equivalent functionality is required.

Substiute Parts

1460271
Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 11601460271 Datasheet
1460271
Current Part
1412770
Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 7901412770 Datasheet
1412770
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Key Parameters

Parameter Value
Manufacturer Part Number 1460271
Manufacturer Phoenix Contact
Category Heavy Duty Connectors
Series HEAVYCON® B
Connector Type Hood
Style Top Entry
Size B24
Thread Size M40
Ingress Protection Rating IP65
Operating Temperature Range -40°C to 125°C
Housing Material Aluminum, Die Cast
RoHS Status RoHS Compliant
Product Status Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the Phoenix Contact 1460271 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

  • Connector Type & Style: Must be hood connector with top entry configuration
  • Size Designation: B24 size class required for mechanical compatibility
  • Thread Size: M40 thread specification for mounting interface compatibility
  • Series Compatibility: HEAVYCON® B series maintains form, fit, and function equivalence
  • Ingress Protection: Minimum IP65 rating; higher ratings (IP66, IP67, IP69K) provide enhanced environmental protection while maintaining backward compatibility
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to 125°C range must be supported
  • Housing Material & Construction: Aluminum die cast construction with appropriate finish specifications
  • Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance required

The substitute part Phoenix Contact 1412770 meets all critical substitution criteria while offering enhanced ingress protection capabilities.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter 1460271 (Main Part) 1412770 (Substitute)
Manufacturer Phoenix Contact Phoenix Contact
Category Heavy Duty Connectors Heavy Duty Connectors
Series HEAVYCON® B HEAVYCON® B
Connector Type Hood Hood
Style Top Entry Top Entry
Size B24 B24
Lock Location Locking Clip (2) on Hood Locking Clip (2) on Hood
Thread Size M40 M40
Length 120.00 mm 120.00 mm
Width 43.00 mm 44.00 mm
Height 76.00 mm 76.00 mm
Housing Material Aluminum, Die Cast Aluminum, Die Cast
Operating Temperature -40°C to 125°C -40°C to 125°C
Ingress Protection IP65 IP66/IP67/IP69K
RoHS Status RoHS Compliant RoHS Compliant
Product Status Obsolete Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1412770 is the direct substitute for the obsolete 1460271. Both components share identical form, fit, and function characteristics within the HEAVYCON® B series, with matching connector type, size designation, thread specification, and operating temperature range.

The 1412770 offers enhanced ingress protection (IP66/IP67/IP69K) compared to the original IP65 rating, providing superior dust and water resistance performance. This upgrade maintains full backward compatibility while extending environmental protection capabilities. The 1412770 is currently in active production status with confirmed inventory availability, ensuring supply chain continuity for replacement and new applications.

Both parts maintain RoHS compliance and equivalent regulatory certifications (ECCN: EAR99; HTSUS: 8538.90.8180). The dimensional variance of 1 mm in width (44.00 mm vs. 43.00 mm) falls within standard manufacturing tolerances and does not affect mechanical compatibility or mounting interfaces.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1412770 directly replace the 1460271 in existing installations?

A: Yes. The 1412770 maintains identical form, fit, and function for the connector type, size, thread specification, and mounting interface. The enhanced ingress protection rating provides equivalent or superior environmental sealing performance.

Q: What is the significance of the IP66/IP67/IP69K rating upgrade?

A: The substitute part provides enhanced ingress protection across multiple environmental conditions. IP66 offers dust-tight and high-pressure water jet resistance; IP67 adds temporary immersion capability; IP69K includes steam jet and high-temperature water jet resistance. These ratings are backward compatible with IP65 applications.

Q: Are there dimensional compatibility concerns?

A: The width dimension differs by 1 mm (44.00 mm vs. 43.00 mm). This variance is within standard manufacturing tolerances for die cast aluminum components and does not affect mounting interfaces, thread engagement, or locking clip positioning.

Q: What is the supply status for each part?

A: The 1460271 is obsolete with no active production. The 1412770 is in active production status with 721 pieces currently in stock, ensuring availability for immediate procurement.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the 1460271 and 1412770 are RoHS compliant and share identical regulatory classifications (ECCN: EAR99; HTSUS: 8538.90.8180).

Q: Does the substitute part support the same operating temperature range?

A: Yes. Both components operate across -40°C to 125°C, maintaining thermal performance equivalence across all environmental conditions.

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