Phoenix Contact 1879379 Terminal Block Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1879379 is an 11-position terminal block header with male pins, featuring a shrouded 4-side design and 0.150" (3.81mm) vertical pitch. This component is classified as obsolete and utilizes press-fit termination for through-hole mounting applications. Given its obsolete product status, identifying functionally equivalent active alternatives is essential for ongoing system support and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

1879379

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 11551879379 Datasheet

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1830680

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8851830680 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1879379 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Position Count & Pitch: 11 positions at 0.150" (3.81mm) spacing
• Connector Type: Header with male pins, shrouded 4-side design
• Orientation & Mounting: Vertical through-hole configuration
• Electrical Ratings: 8A (IEC/UL), 250V (IEC), 300V (UL)
• Housing Material & Flammability: PBT, UL94 V-0
• Compliance: RoHS compliance required

The substitute part 1830680 maintains electrical ratings, position count, pitch, connector type, orientation, mounting method, housing material, and flammability rating. The primary difference is the termination style: the main part uses press-fit termination, while the substitute uses solder termination. This represents a functional substitution pathway for applications where solder termination is acceptable.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1830680 is an active substitute for the obsolete 1879379. Both components share identical electrical ratings, position configuration, pitch, connector type, orientation, and housing material specifications. The 1830680 maintains current RoHS3 compliance status, ensuring regulatory alignment for new designs and ongoing production.

The primary design consideration is termination methodology: the 1879379 employs press-fit termination, while the 1830680 uses solder termination. This difference requires PCB design modification to accommodate solder pads instead of press-fit holes. The contact tail length variance (0.150" versus 0.138") reflects this termination style difference and must be verified against PCB stack-up specifications.

Selection of the 1830680 is appropriate for applications where solder termination is compatible with manufacturing processes and design constraints. The active product status ensures long-term availability and supply chain continuity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1830680 directly replace the 1879379 without PCB modification?

A: No. The 1879379 uses press-fit termination requiring press-fit holes, while the 1830680 uses solder termination requiring solder pads. PCB redesign is necessary.

Q: Are the electrical ratings identical between these parts?

A: Yes. Both components are rated for 8A (IEC/UL), 250V (IEC), and 300V (UL), with identical housing material and UL94 V-0 flammability rating.

Q: What is the significance of the contact tail length difference?

A: The 1879379 has a 0.150" (3.81mm) tail length, while the 1830680 has 0.138" (4.60mm). This difference is inherent to the termination style and must be verified against PCB stack-up and solder joint requirements.

Q: Does the 1830680 meet current compliance requirements?

A: Yes. The 1830680 is ROHS3 compliant and maintains all required certifications for current regulatory standards.

Q: Are both parts from the same manufacturer?

A: Yes. Both are Phoenix Contact components from the COMBICON family, ensuring design consistency and compatibility with Phoenix Contact connector ecosystems.