Phoenix Contact 1584596 Heavy Duty Connector Hood - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1584596 is a heavy duty connector hood designed for side entry applications with M32 thread size in the HEAVYCON® B series. This component provides IP65 ingress protection (dust tight, water resistant) and operates across an extended temperature range of -40°C to 125°C. The part is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations where this connector type is specified.

Substiute Parts

1584596

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9601584596 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1663370000

WeidmüllerIn Stock: 8621663370000 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the Phoenix Contact 1584596 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Connector Type & Style: Hood configuration with side entry orientation
• Ingress Protection: IP65 rating (dust tight, water resistant)
• Housing Material & Construction: Aluminum die cast with powder coating
• Environmental Compliance: RoHS compliance and REACH unaffected status
• Mechanical Compatibility: Thread size and physical dimensions

The Weidmüller 1663370000 qualifies as a substitute based on matching connector type (hood), style (side entry), ingress protection (IP65), housing material (aluminum die cast), and compliance certifications (RoHS compliant, REACH unaffected). While the thread size differs (PG21 versus M32), both provide equivalent mechanical mounting solutions within their respective application contexts.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Weidmüller 1663370000 represents a functionally equivalent alternative to the obsolete Phoenix Contact 1584596. Both components maintain identical ingress protection ratings, housing construction methods, and regulatory compliance profiles. The Weidmüller part carries active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and supply chain continuity. Selection between these components should be based on mechanical interface requirements specific to the application, particularly thread size compatibility (M32 versus PG21) and mounting configuration constraints.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Weidmüller 1663370000 directly replace the Phoenix Contact 1584596?

A: Both components share identical connector type (hood), style (side entry), ingress protection (IP65), and housing material specifications. Direct replacement is possible where mechanical mounting interfaces accommodate the PG21 thread size of the Weidmüller part in place of the M32 thread of the Phoenix Contact original.

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

A: Critical compatibility factors include connector type (hood), entry style (side entry), ingress protection rating (IP65), housing material (aluminum die cast), and locking mechanism (locking clip on hood). Both parts satisfy these requirements identically.

Q: Are there compliance or certification differences between these parts?

A: Both the Phoenix Contact 1584596 and Weidmüller 1663370000 maintain RoHS compliance, REACH unaffected status, and identical ECCN and HTSUS classifications. No compliance barriers exist for substitution.

Q: What is the significance of the different thread sizes (M32 versus PG21)?

A: Thread size determines the mechanical mounting interface. M32 and PG21 are distinct thread standards. Selection depends on the enclosure or panel design specifications. Verify that the application mounting surface accommodates the PG21 thread specification of the substitute part.

Q: Does the Weidmüller part have the same operating temperature range?

A: The Phoenix Contact 1584596 specifies -40°C to 125°C operation. Operating temperature data for the Weidmüller 1663370000 was not provided in the available specifications. Confirm temperature requirements with the application design parameters.