Phoenix Contact 1680979 Sensor Actuator Box - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1680979 is a sensor actuator box designed for use with circular connectors in industrial automation and sensing applications. This component features an M12 shell size with 8 connector openings and is constructed from polyamide material with dust-tight and waterproof protection. The part is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives necessary for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

1680979

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 11811680979 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1452466

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8591452466 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The Phoenix Contact 1452466 is identified as a direct substitute for the 1680979 based on the following shared electrical and mechanical parameters:

• Identical manufacturer (Phoenix Contact)
• Identical product category (Sensor Actuator Box)
• Identical shell size - insert specification (M12)
• Identical application context (Circular Connectors)
• Identical protection classification (Dust Tight, Waterproof)
• Identical RoHS compliance status
• Identical moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1 - Unlimited)

The primary differences between these parts are connector opening count (8 vs. 6), material composition (Polyamide vs. PBT), color (Green vs. Black), and product status (Obsolete vs. Active). These differences do not prevent functional substitution when the application requirements align with the substitute's specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1452466 is an active production alternative to the obsolete 1680979. Both components maintain identical M12 shell size specifications and equivalent environmental protection ratings (dust-tight, waterproof). The 1452466 is manufactured from PBT material rather than polyamide and provides 6 connector openings instead of 8. Selection of the 1452466 is appropriate when system designs accommodate the reduced connector opening count and material substitution. Both parts maintain RoHS compliance and identical moisture sensitivity classifications, supporting direct substitution in compliant applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1452466 directly replace the 1680979 in existing installations?

A: Substitution is possible when the application requires no more than 6 connector openings. The M12 shell size and environmental protection specifications are identical. Verify that the reduced connector opening count does not impact your system configuration.

Q: What is the significance of the material difference between polyamide and PBT?

A: Both polyamide and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) are engineering thermoplastics suitable for industrial sensor actuator box applications. The material change does not affect the dust-tight and waterproof protection classifications. Material selection should be verified against specific environmental and chemical exposure requirements of your application.

Q: Why is the 1680979 listed as obsolete?

A: Obsolete status indicates the part is no longer in active production. The 1452466 represents the current production equivalent from Phoenix Contact for this product category and shell size.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between these parts?

A: Both parts maintain identical RoHS compliance status and moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1 - Unlimited). No compliance barriers exist to substitution.

Q: Does the color difference (green vs. black) affect functionality?

A: Color is a cosmetic specification and does not impact electrical or mechanical function. Selection between green and black should be based on system identification or installation requirements only.