Phoenix Contact 1604876 COUPLING HOUSING HEAVYCON B48 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1604876 is a coupling housing component for heavy-duty connector applications within the HEAVYCON series. This part functions as a connector housing assembly designed for industrial electrical connections. The 1604876 is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components to maintain system compatibility and ensure continued availability for new installations and field replacements.

Substiute Parts

1604876

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9231604876 Datasheet

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1424868

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8121424868 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete 1604876 is based on the following critical parameters that define functional and mechanical compatibility within the HEAVYCON B48 connector system:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Manufacturer: Phoenix Contact (same manufacturer ensures design compatibility)
• Series: HEAVYCON® B (maintains system architecture)
• Size Designation: B48 (ensures mechanical fit and interface compatibility)
• Category: Heavy Duty Connectors (confirms functional application class)
• RoHS Compliance: RoHS Compliant (maintains regulatory alignment)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (ensures equivalent handling and storage requirements)
• ECCN Classification: EAR99 (maintains export control consistency)
• HTSUS Code: 8538.90.8180 (confirms tariff classification alignment)

The substitute part 1424868 satisfies all primary substitution criteria while offering active product status, ensuring long-term availability and continued manufacturer support.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1424868 serves as the direct substitute for the obsolete 1604876 based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status Alignment: The 1424868 maintains active product status with Phoenix Contact, ensuring continued manufacturing, technical support, and supply chain availability. The 1604876 obsolete classification creates supply risk and limits access to manufacturer documentation and support resources.

Regulatory Compliance: Both components maintain identical RoHS compliance status and ECCN/HTSUS classifications, ensuring no regulatory or export control complications during substitution.

Series and Size Compatibility: Both components belong to the HEAVYCON connector family with B48 size designation, confirming mechanical and electrical interface compatibility within existing system architectures.

Handling and Storage Requirements: Identical MSL ratings (1 - Unlimited) ensure equivalent moisture sensitivity handling protocols, eliminating the need for modified storage or transportation procedures.

The 1424868 is suitable for direct substitution in applications previously specified with the 1604876, with the added benefit of active product status and extended manufacturer support.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1424868 directly replace the 1604876 in existing installations?

A: Yes. Both components share identical manufacturer, series designation (HEAVYCON), size classification (B48), and regulatory compliance status. The 1424868 is engineered as the active equivalent for the obsolete 1604876.

Q: What is the primary reason for substituting the 1604876?

A: The 1604876 is classified as obsolete, which restricts availability and manufacturer support. The 1424868 maintains active product status, ensuring continued supply and technical resources.

Q: Are there any differences in handling or storage requirements between these components?

A: No. Both components carry identical Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) ratings of 1 (Unlimited), requiring no changes to existing handling, storage, or transportation protocols.

Q: Do both components comply with the same regulatory standards?

A: Yes. Both the 1604876 and 1424868 are RoHS Compliant and share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8538.90.8180) classifications.

Q: What packaging format is available for the 1424868?

A: The 1424868 is supplied in Bulk packaging format with 771 pieces currently in stock as new original inventory.

Q: Are there additional technical specifications provided for the 1424868?

A: Yes. The 1424868 includes detailed specifications including IP66/IP67 ingress protection rating, operating temperature range of -40°C to 125°C, aluminum die-cast housing construction, and M40 thread size for B48 box mount configuration.