Phoenix Contact 1879308 Terminal Block Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1879308 is a 4-position terminal block header with male pins, featuring a shrouded design and 0.150" (3.81mm) pitch for vertical through-hole mounting. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of suitable substitute parts essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations. The part operates at 8A (IEC/UL) and 250V (IEC) / 300V (UL), with UL94 V-0 flammability rating and full RoHS compliance.

Substiute Parts

1879308

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 11041879308 Datasheet

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1830619

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 61511830619 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1879308 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Electrical Compatibility: Current rating (8A IEC/UL), voltage rating (250V IEC / 300V UL), and contact mating finish (Tin)
• Mechanical Compatibility: 4-position configuration, 0.150" (3.81mm) pitch, vertical orientation, shrouded (4-side) design, and through-hole mounting
• Material & Safety Compliance: PBT housing material, UL94 V-0 flammability rating, and RoHS compliance status
• Termination Interface: Press-fit termination for the main part versus solder termination for substitute parts represents a functional difference requiring circuit board design consideration

The Phoenix Contact 1830619 qualifies as a substitute based on matching electrical ratings, mechanical configuration, pitch, orientation, shrouding, mounting type, housing material, and flammability rating. The primary distinction is the termination method (solder versus press-fit) and active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1830619 is the identified substitute for the obsolete 1879308 terminal block header. Selection of this substitute is supported by the following engineering factors:

Electrical Equivalence: Both parts maintain identical current and voltage ratings under IEC and UL standards, ensuring electrical performance parity in circuit applications.

Mechanical Compatibility: Matching pitch (0.150" / 3.81mm), position count (4), orientation (vertical), shrouding configuration (4-side), and mounting method (through-hole) confirm mechanical interchangeability within PCB layouts designed for the original part.

Material & Compliance: Both components utilize PBT housing with UL94 V-0 flammability rating. The substitute part carries ROHS3 compliance, representing an advancement over the original RoHS Compliant designation.

Product Lifecycle Status: The substitute part maintains active product status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity compared to the obsolete original part.

Design Consideration: The termination method differs between parts (press-fit versus solder). Circuit board design must accommodate solder termination for the 1830619, and the contact tail length variation (0.150" versus 0.138") requires verification against PCB pad specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Phoenix Contact 1830619 be used as a direct replacement for the 1879308 in existing designs?

A: Electrical and mechanical compatibility is confirmed. However, the termination method change from press-fit to solder requires PCB design modification. Contact tail length differs by 0.012" (0.31mm), necessitating pad layout verification.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The 1879308 is classified as obsolete. The 1830619 provides equivalent electrical performance and mechanical configuration while maintaining active product status and current supply availability.

Q: Are the electrical ratings identical between these parts?

A: Yes. Both parts are rated for 8A (IEC/UL) and 250V (IEC) / 300V (UL), with identical tin contact mating finish and UL94 V-0 flammability rating.

Q: What is the difference in RoHS compliance status?

A: The original part carries RoHS Compliant designation. The substitute carries ROHS3 Compliant designation, representing a more current compliance standard.

Q: Does the contact tail length difference affect compatibility?

A: The 1830619 has a contact tail length of 0.138" (4.60mm) compared to 0.150" (3.81mm) for the 1879308. PCB pad depth and solder joint design must accommodate this 0.012" (0.31mm) variation.

Q: Are both parts from the same manufacturer?

A: Yes. Both are Phoenix Contact products within the COMBICON terminal block family, though from different series (EMCV versus MCV).