Phoenix Contact 1678444 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1678444 is a coupling housing for heavy-duty connectors in the HEAVYCON series. This component functions as a connector housing assembly designed for industrial applications requiring robust electrical and mechanical connections.

The 1678444 is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts to maintain system compatibility and ensure continued availability for new installations and field replacements. Locating suitable substitutes is essential for procurement continuity and long-term system support.

Substiute Parts

1678444

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 7311678444 Datasheet

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1083164

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8581083164 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete Phoenix Contact 1678444 is based on the following critical parameters:

Manufacturer Consistency: Both the main part and substitute are manufactured by Phoenix Contact, ensuring design compatibility and quality standards alignment.

Series Compatibility: The substitute part 1083164 belongs to the HEAVYCON® B10 series, matching the size designation (B10) of the original coupling housing.

Category Alignment: Both components are classified as heavy-duty connectors, confirming functional equivalence within industrial connector applications.

Regulatory Compliance: The substitute maintains RoHS compliance (ROHS3 Compliant) and carries the same ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS classification (8538.90.8180), ensuring regulatory and trade compliance.

Environmental Specifications: Both parts share MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), indicating identical moisture sensitivity characteristics suitable for unrestricted storage and handling conditions.

The substitute part 1083164 functions as a base-mount connector with side-entry configuration, providing the mechanical and electrical interface required for HEAVYCON B10 systems.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Active Product Status: Part 1083164 holds active product status with Phoenix Contact, ensuring ongoing manufacturer support, availability, and technical documentation. The original part 1678444 is obsolete and no longer supported by the manufacturer.

Regulatory Compliance: The substitute part 1083164 meets current RoHS3 compliance requirements, exceeding the RoHS compliance level of the original part. Both parts maintain identical ECCN and HTSUS classifications, confirming regulatory equivalence for export and trade purposes.

Series Continuity: Both components operate within the HEAVYCON B10 connector ecosystem, maintaining mechanical and electrical interface compatibility within this product family.

Environmental Certification: The substitute part carries IP66/IP67 ingress protection ratings, providing enhanced environmental sealing compared to the original part specification. Both parts share identical MSL ratings, confirming equivalent moisture handling characteristics.

For new designs and field replacements, Phoenix Contact part number 1083164 serves as the active equivalent to the obsolete 1678444, providing continued access to HEAVYCON B10 connector housing solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can part 1083164 directly replace part 1678444 in existing installations?

A: Part 1083164 is the designated substitute for the obsolete 1678444 within the HEAVYCON B10 series. Both components share identical size designation (B10), manufacturer (Phoenix Contact), and regulatory classifications (ECCN, HTSUS, RoHS compliance). Mechanical and electrical compatibility is maintained within the HEAVYCON B10 connector system.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The main part 1678444 is a coupling housing classified as obsolete. The substitute 1083164 is an active base-mount connector with side-entry configuration, providing the functional interface for HEAVYCON B10 systems. The substitute includes specified ingress protection (IP66/IP67) and operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 125°C).

Q: Are there any compliance or certification differences?

A: Both parts maintain EAR99 ECCN classification and 8538.90.8180 HTSUS coding. The substitute part 1083164 meets ROHS3 compliance, which supersedes the RoHS compliance of the original part. Both components share identical MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), confirming equivalent moisture sensitivity characteristics.

Q: What packaging is available for the substitute part?

A: Part 1083164 is supplied in bulk packaging. Inventory availability is 806 pieces of new original stock.

Q: Are both parts suitable for the same environmental conditions?

A: Both parts carry MSL rating 1 (Unlimited), indicating identical moisture sensitivity and storage requirements. The substitute part 1083164 specifies IP66/IP67 ingress protection and operating temperature range of -40°C ~ 125°C. The original part 1678444 does not include these environmental specifications in the provided data.