Phoenix Contact 1880368 Terminal Block Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1880368 is an 8-position terminal block header with male pins, shrouded on four sides, featuring 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch and 90° right-angle orientation for through-hole mounting. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of equivalent and substitute parts essential for ongoing design support and procurement continuity. The COMBICON EMSTBA series utilizes press-fit termination technology with polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) housing and tin contact mating finish.

Substiute Parts

1880368

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8611880368 Datasheet

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1757307

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 13201757307 Datasheet

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1954980

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9471954980 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1880368 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Electrical Compatibility: Current and voltage ratings must meet or exceed IEC 12A/400V and UL 15A/300V specifications
• Physical Compatibility: 8 positions, 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch, 90° right-angle orientation, through-hole mounting, and shrouded (4-side) design
• Mechanical Interface: Contact tail length and insulation height must accommodate existing PCB layouts and mating connectors
• Termination Technology: Press-fit or solder termination are both acceptable for through-hole applications
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS compliance and UL94 V-0 flammability rating required

Two active substitute parts meet these criteria: Phoenix Contact 1757307 (COMBICON MSTBA series, solder termination) and Phoenix Contact 1954980 (COMBICON CCA series, solder termination).

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Phoenix Contact 1757307 is the primary substitute for the 1880368. Both components share identical electrical ratings (IEC 12A/400V, UL 15A/300V), pitch, orientation, and insulation height. The transition from press-fit to solder termination requires PCB design modification but maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility. The MSTBA series housing material (polyamide/nylon) differs from the original PBT but meets equivalent UL94 V-0 flammability requirements. Active product status ensures long-term availability and supply chain continuity.

Phoenix Contact 1954980 serves as a secondary substitute with the following considerations: IEC ratings remain identical (12A/400V), but UL current rating is reduced to 10A, which may not satisfy applications requiring the original 15A UL specification. The COMBICON CCA series utilizes liquid crystal polymer (LCP) housing and features the shortest contact tail length (0.102"), requiring careful PCB layout verification. Active product status and ROHS3 compliance support procurement viability.

Both substitutes maintain the critical 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch, 8-position configuration, 90° right-angle orientation, and shrouded (4-side) design necessary for direct functional replacement. Selection between 1757307 and 1954980 depends on UL current rating requirements and PCB layout constraints related to contact tail length variation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1880368 be directly replaced with the 1757307 without PCB modification?

A: The 1757307 maintains identical pitch, position count, orientation, and insulation height. However, termination technology differs (solder vs. press-fit), requiring PCB pad redesign. Contact tail length is shorter (0.138" vs. 0.165"), which may affect mating connector clearance depending on specific application geometry.

Q: What is the primary difference between the 1757307 and 1954980 substitutes?

A: The 1757307 maintains the original UL current rating of 15A, while the 1954980 is rated for 10A under UL specifications. The 1954980 features the shortest contact tail length (0.102") and uses liquid crystal polymer housing instead of polyamide. Both meet IEC 12A/400V requirements.

Q: Are there compliance differences between the main part and substitutes?

A: The 1880368 carries RoHS Compliant status, while both substitutes are ROHS3 Compliant, representing an updated regulatory standard. All three components maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity classification.

Q: How does housing material affect component selection?

A: The 1880368 uses polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), the 1757307 uses polyamide (PA/nylon), and the 1954980 uses liquid crystal polymer (LCP). All materials meet UL94 V-0 requirements. Material selection may influence thermal performance and mechanical durability in specific environmental conditions, but electrical performance remains equivalent across all three options.

Q: What packaging considerations apply to these substitutes?

A: The 1880368 is listed as obsolete with limited inventory (789 pcs). The 1757307 and 1954980 are both active products with higher available inventory (1280 pcs and 934 pcs respectively), packaged in bulk format, supporting sustained procurement requirements.