Phoenix Contact 1896996 Terminal Block Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1896996 is a 7-position terminal block header with male pins, shrouded on 4 sides, designed for 90° right-angle through-hole mounting. This component operates at 8A (IEC/UL) and 250V (IEC) / 300V (UL) with 0.150" (3.81mm) pitch spacing. The part belongs to the COMBICON EMC series and carries an obsolete product status, making identification of active equivalent components essential for ongoing system support and new design implementations.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Number of Positions	7
Pitch	0.150" (3.81mm)
Header Orientation	90°, Right Angle
Type	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Current Rating (IEC/UL)	8A
Voltage Rating (IEC)	250V
Voltage Rating (UL)	300V
Housing Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Contact Mating Finish	Tin
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1896996 is determined by strict alignment of the following parameters:

Position Count & Pitch: 7 positions at 0.150" (3.81mm) spacing
Connector Type & Orientation: Male pins, shrouded (4 side), 90° right-angle configuration
Electrical Ratings: 8A current and 250V (IEC) / 300V (UL) voltage compliance
Mounting Method: Through-hole PCB mounting
Material & Safety Compliance: PBT housing with UL94 V-0 flammability rating
Environmental Classification: MSL 1 (Unlimited moisture sensitivity)

The substitute part Phoenix Contact 1827910 meets all these core parameters while offering active product status and updated compliance certifications. Differences in termination style (press-fit vs. solder), series designation (COMBICON EMC vs. COMBICON MC), and minor dimensional variations in contact tail length and insulation height do not affect functional interchangeability within the specified electrical and mechanical constraints.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	1896996 (Main Part)	1827910 (Substitute)
Manufacturer	Phoenix Contact	Phoenix Contact
Category	Terminal Blocks	Terminal Blocks
Number of Positions	7	7
Positions Per Level	7	7
Number of Levels	1	1
Pitch	0.150" (3.81mm)	0.150" (3.81mm)
Header Orientation	90°, Right Angle	90°, Right Angle
Type	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination Style	Press-Fit	Solder
Current - IEC	8A	8A
Voltage - IEC	250V	250V
Current - UL	8A	8A
Voltage - UL	300V	300V
Color	Green	Green
Contact Mating Finish	Tin	Tin
Housing Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Contact Tail Length	0.138" (4.60mm)	0.134" (3.40mm)
Insulation Height	0.276" (7.00mm)	0.285" (7.25mm)
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS Code	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040
Product Status	Obsolete	Active
Series	COMBICON EMC	COMBICON MC

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 1827910 is the direct active equivalent for the obsolete 1896996 model. Both components share identical electrical ratings (8A, 250V IEC, 300V UL), mechanical configuration (7-position, 3.81mm pitch, 90° right-angle, through-hole), and material specifications (PBT housing, UL94 V-0).

The primary distinction is product lifecycle status: 1896996 is obsolete, while 1827910 maintains active production status with current compliance certifications (ROHS3 Compliant vs. RoHS Compliant). The termination method differs (solder vs. press-fit), which affects assembly process but not electrical or mechanical interchangeability. Minor dimensional variations in contact tail length (0.138" vs. 0.134") and insulation height (0.276" vs. 0.285") fall within acceptable tolerances for through-hole PCB mounting applications.

For new designs and ongoing system support, the 1827910 is the appropriate selection due to active availability and current compliance status.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1827910 directly replace the 1896996 in existing assemblies?

A: Yes. Both components meet identical electrical specifications (8A, 250V/300V), mechanical configuration (7-position, 3.81mm pitch, 90° right-angle), and material standards (PBT, UL94 V-0). The solder termination of the 1827910 versus press-fit of the 1896996 requires assembly process adjustment but does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference?

A: The 1896996 is classified as obsolete, indicating discontinued production and limited availability. The 1827910 maintains active status with ongoing manufacturing and current compliance certifications, making it the appropriate choice for new designs and long-term system support.

Q: Are there compliance differences between the two parts?

A: Both parts are RoHS compliant. The 1827910 carries ROHS3 Compliant status, representing the current regulatory standard, while the 1896996 carries RoHS Compliant status. Both meet EAR99 export classification and 8536.69.4040 HTSUS coding. MSL ratings are identical at Level 1 (Unlimited).

Q: Do the dimensional differences affect PCB layout?

A: The contact tail length difference (0.138" vs. 0.134") and insulation height difference (0.276" vs. 0.285") are minor and within standard through-hole mounting tolerances. PCB footprints designed for the 1896996 accommodate the 1827910 without modification.

Q: What packaging options are available?

A: The 1896996 is available in standard packaging. The 1827910 is supplied in bulk packaging, which may affect procurement and inventory management processes.

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