Phoenix Contact 1683675 Sensor Actuator Box - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1683675 is a sensor actuator box designed for use with circular connectors in industrial sensing and transduction applications. This component features a green polyamide housing with 4 connector openings and provides dust-tight, waterproof protection for sensor and actuator installations. The part is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives necessary for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

1683675

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8891683675 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1175447

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9861175447 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1683675 is determined by the following parameters:

• Manufacturer: Phoenix Contact (same manufacturer ensures design compatibility)
• Accessory Type: Actuator Box (functional category match)
• Environmental Protection: Dust Tight, Waterproof (protection class equivalence)
• RoHS Compliance: Required for regulatory alignment
• For Use With/Related Products: Circular Connectors (application compatibility)

The substitute part 1175447 meets these core substitution criteria. Variations in connector opening count (4 vs. 8), housing material (Polyamide vs. PBT), color (Green vs. Black), and product status (Obsolete vs. Active) represent design differences that must be evaluated within the context of specific application requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1175447 serves as an active substitute for the obsolete 1683675. Both components are manufactured by Phoenix Contact, maintain identical environmental protection ratings (dust tight, waterproof), and carry equivalent RoHS compliance certification. The 1175447 is currently in active production status with confirmed inventory availability.

Selection between these parts depends on application-specific requirements:

• If the application requires exactly 4 connector openings and polyamide housing is specified, the 1175447 presents a design variation due to its 8 connector openings and PBT material composition.
• If the application can accommodate 8 connector openings and PBT material properties are acceptable, the 1175447 provides direct functional substitution with the advantage of active product status and ongoing manufacturer support.

Both parts maintain identical moisture sensitivity levels and regulatory compliance profiles.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1175447 directly replace the 1683675 in existing installations?

A: Direct replacement depends on mechanical fit and connector opening requirements. The 1175447 features 8 connector openings compared to the 1683675's 4 openings. Verify that the application can accommodate this difference and that the PBT material is compatible with the operating environment.

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

A: Polyamide and Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) are both engineering thermoplastics suitable for industrial sensor actuator applications. PBT offers enhanced dimensional stability and chemical resistance in certain environments. Material selection should align with specific environmental exposure conditions and mechanical stress requirements of the application.

Q: Why is the 1683675 classified as obsolete?

A: Obsolete status indicates the part is no longer in active production. The 1175447, as an active Phoenix Contact product, represents the current manufacturing alternative for sensor actuator box applications.

Q: Are both parts suitable for the same circular connector types?

A: Both the 1683675 and 1175447 are designated for use with circular connectors. Verify specific connector compatibility based on your application's connector specifications and the mechanical interface requirements of each part.

Q: What does MSL 1 (Unlimited) indicate?

A: Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited) indicates the component has minimal moisture sensitivity and does not require special moisture control handling during storage, shipping, or assembly. Both parts carry this same MSL rating.