Phoenix Contact 1607332 Circular Connector Receptacle Housing - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1607332 is a 17-position circular connector receptacle housing designed for free hanging (in-line) applications with threaded fastening. This M23-17 shell size component features crimp contacts, shielded construction, and IP67 ingress protection, making it suitable for industrial environments requiring dust-tight and waterproof sealing. The part is classified as Last Time Buy, indicating discontinued production status. Identifying equivalent substitute parts is necessary to ensure continued availability and supply chain continuity for applications currently utilizing this connector housing.

Substiute Parts

1607332

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8391607332 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1629106

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9431629106 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1607332 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

• Shell size and position count (M23-17)
• Connector type (receptacle housing for male pins)
• Contact specifications (crimp, 1.0mm contact size)
• Mounting configuration (free hanging, in-line, threaded fastening)
• Environmental sealing (shielded construction)
• Material composition (Gadolinium-Zinc shell, Polyamide insert)

Secondary Considerations:

• Ingress protection rating (minimum IP67 or equivalent)
• Operating temperature range compatibility
• RoHS compliance status
• Manufacturer certification and series designation

The substitute part 1629106 maintains all primary compatibility criteria while offering enhanced ingress protection (IP66/IP68) and active product status, making it a direct functional equivalent for the discontinued 1607332.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1629106 serves as the active production equivalent for the discontinued 1607332. Both components share identical mechanical and electrical specifications for the M23-17 connector interface, including shell size, position count, contact configuration, and mounting methodology.

The 1629106 offers enhanced ingress protection (IP66/IP68 versus IP67) and maintains active product status with current manufacturing support. Both parts are RoHS compliant and certified to the same ECCN and HTSUS classifications, ensuring regulatory consistency.

The operating temperature range of the 1629106 (-40°C to 105°C) is narrower than the 1607332 (-40°C to 125°C). Applications requiring operation above 105°C must evaluate this specification difference against actual system requirements.

Selection of the 1629106 is appropriate for new designs and supply chain continuity for existing applications where the reduced upper temperature limit does not conflict with operational parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1629106 directly replace the 1607332 in existing assemblies?

A: The 1629106 maintains mechanical and electrical compatibility with the 1607332 for M23-17 connector interfaces. Both use identical shell sizes, position counts, crimp contact specifications, and mounting configurations. Verify that the operating temperature range of -40°C to 105°C for the 1629106 meets your application requirements, as the original 1607332 supports operation to 125°C.

Q: What is the difference between receptacle and plug housing designations?

A: Receptacle housing (1607332) accepts male pins, while plug housing (1629106) accommodates female pins. These are complementary connector types designed to mate together. Confirm your application's pin configuration requirements before substitution.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, both the 1607332 and 1629106 are RoHS compliant and share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8538.90.8180) classifications.

Q: What does IP67 versus IP66/IP68 mean for this application?

A: IP67 provides dust-tight and waterproof sealing. IP66/IP68 on the 1629106 offers equivalent or enhanced protection. IP66 is dust-tight and water-resistant; IP68 is dust-tight and waterproof. The 1629106 meets or exceeds the environmental sealing requirements of the original part.

Q: Are contacts included with these connector housings?

A: No. Both the 1607332 and 1629106 are supplied as housings only. Crimp contacts (1.0mm size) must be sourced separately and installed according to Phoenix Contact specifications.

Q: What is the significance of "Last Time Buy" status for the 1607332?

A: Last Time Buy indicates that the 1607332 is no longer in active production and existing inventory represents the final available stock. The 1629106 is the recommended active production alternative for continued supply and support.