Phoenix Contact 1683646 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1683646 is a sensor actuator box designed for circular connector applications in industrial automation and control systems. This component features a 6-slot configuration with 4-position capability, offering dust-tight and waterproof protection for sensor and actuator connections. The part is classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives essential for system maintenance, repair, and new design implementations where this series is no longer in production.

Substiute Parts

1683646

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 7731683646 Datasheet

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1175447

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9861175447 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the Phoenix Contact 1683646 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Accessory Type: Must be an actuator box for sensor and transducer applications
• Environmental Protection: Dust-tight and waterproof capability required
• Connector Compatibility: Designed for use with circular connectors
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance and MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited)
• Material Composition: Polyamide or equivalent engineering polymer

The substitute part Phoenix Contact 1175447 meets these core functional requirements while operating as an active product. Although it differs in connector opening count (8 versus 6) and material composition (PBT versus Polyamide), these variations remain within acceptable substitution parameters for circular connector actuator box applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1175447 serves as the primary substitute for the obsolete 1683646. Both components maintain identical environmental protection ratings (dust-tight and waterproof) and regulatory compliance (RoHS compliant, MSL 1). The 1175447 is currently in active production status, ensuring availability for ongoing procurement requirements.

The primary design difference is the increased connector opening count (8 versus 6 slots), which provides expanded capacity for circular connector applications. Material composition differs (PBT versus Polyamide), though both are engineering-grade polymers suitable for industrial sensor and actuator box applications. Color variation (black versus green) is a cosmetic distinction without functional impact on electrical or mechanical performance.

Selection of the 1175447 as a substitute is appropriate for applications requiring equivalent environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and circular connector compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Phoenix Contact 1175447 directly replace the 1683646 in existing installations?

A: The 1175447 provides equivalent environmental protection (dust-tight, waterproof) and regulatory compliance (RoHS, MSL 1) for circular connector applications. The increased connector opening count (8 versus 6) offers expanded capacity. Mechanical fit and mounting interface compatibility must be verified against your specific installation requirements.

Q: What is the significance of the connector opening count difference?

A: The 1683646 provides 6 connector openings, while the 1175447 provides 8 openings. This difference affects the number of circular connectors that can be accommodated. Applications requiring exactly 6 openings may have unused capacity with the 1175447, but the additional openings do not compromise functionality for lower-density configurations.

Q: Are there material compatibility concerns between Polyamide and PBT?

A: Both Polyamide and Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) are engineering-grade polymers with equivalent environmental resistance (dust-tight, waterproof). Material selection does not affect compatibility with circular connector systems. Both materials maintain RoHS compliance and MSL 1 ratings.

Q: Why is the 1683646 listed as obsolete?

A: Obsolete status indicates the part is no longer in active production. The Phoenix Contact 1175447 represents the current active alternative for sensor actuator box applications requiring circular connector compatibility and environmental protection.

Q: What packaging options are available for the substitute part?

A: The 1175447 is available in bulk packaging, suitable for production and maintenance inventory requirements.