Phoenix Contact 1915848 Terminal Block Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 1915848 is a 17-position terminal block header with male pins, shrouded on four sides, designed for 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch vertical through-hole mounting. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of equivalent substitute parts essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations. The part operates at 12A (IEC) / 12A (UL) and 320V (IEC) / 300V (UL), with a press-fit termination style and green polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) housing rated UL94 V-0.

Substiute Parts

1915848

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 11071915848 Datasheet

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1777222

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9221777222 Datasheet

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1827809

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 11351827809 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 1915848 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Position Count & Pitch: All substitute parts must maintain 17 positions at 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch to ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility with existing mating connectors and PCB layouts.
• Header Type & Orientation: Substitutes must be male pin headers with four-side shrouding in vertical orientation to maintain form factor compatibility.
• Mounting Method: Through-hole mounting is required for PCB integration compatibility.
• Electrical Ratings: Substitute parts must meet or exceed the IEC and UL current and voltage ratings (12A / 320V IEC minimum; 12A / 300V UL minimum).
• Housing Material & Flammability: PBT housing with UL94 V-0 rating ensures compliance with safety and material standards.
• Contact Finish: Tin plating on contacts ensures consistent solderability and electrical performance.

Two substitute parts meet these criteria: Phoenix Contact 1777222 (COMBICON MSTBV series, solder termination) and Phoenix Contact 1827809 (COMBICON CCV series, solder termination).

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both substitute parts are active products from Phoenix Contact and provide viable alternatives to the obsolete 1915848 component.

Phoenix Contact 1777222 maintains the closest mechanical compatibility with the original part. It preserves the same contact tail length (0.154" / 3.90mm) and housing material (PBT), ensuring direct PCB footprint compatibility. The primary difference is termination style: the 1777222 uses solder termination instead of press-fit. The IEC voltage rating is elevated to 630V, exceeding the original specification. This part carries RoHS3 compliance and MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating.

Phoenix Contact 1827809 offers enhanced electrical performance with a UL current rating of 16A (versus 12A on the original). However, the contact tail length is reduced to 0.102" (2.60mm), which may require PCB layout verification for through-hole depth compatibility. The housing material differs (Liquid Crystal Polymer instead of PBT), and the mounting flange configuration differs (mating flange only, versus mating and mounting flange on the original). This part carries RoHS compliance and MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating.

Selection between these substitutes depends on PCB design constraints: 1777222 for direct footprint compatibility, or 1827809 if enhanced current rating and LCP material properties are acceptable within the application requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1777222 substitute directly replace the 1915848 without PCB modifications?

A: The 1777222 maintains identical contact tail length (0.154" / 3.90mm) and insulation height (0.472" / 12.00mm), enabling direct PCB footprint compatibility. The primary change is termination method: solder instead of press-fit. PCB design must accommodate solder termination processing.

Q: What is the key difference between the 1827809 and the original 1915848?

A: The 1827809 has a shorter contact tail length (0.102" / 2.60mm versus 0.154" / 3.90mm) and uses Liquid Crystal Polymer housing instead of PBT. These differences may affect PCB through-hole depth requirements and material compatibility with specific environmental conditions. Verify PCB design specifications before selection.

Q: Are both substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: The 1777222 is RoHS3 compliant. The 1827809 is RoHS compliant. Both meet current regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing.

Q: Does the voltage rating difference between 1777222 (630V IEC) and 1915848 (320V IEC) affect compatibility?

A: The 1777222 exceeds the original voltage specification, making it suitable for applications operating at or below 320V IEC. The higher rating provides additional safety margin and does not create compatibility issues in circuits designed for the original 320V specification.

Q: What is the impact of changing from press-fit to solder termination?

A: Press-fit termination (original 1915848) provides mechanical retention without soldering. Solder termination (both substitutes) requires reflow or wave soldering processes. This affects assembly methodology and requires PCB design compatibility with solder pad specifications. Electrical performance and reliability are equivalent when properly soldered.

Q: Can the 1827809 be used if PCB layout space is constrained?

A: The 1827809 has a shorter contact tail length (0.102" / 2.60mm), which may reduce PCB through-hole depth requirements. However, verify that the reduced tail length does not compromise solder joint quality or mechanical stability in the specific PCB thickness and layer configuration.