Phoenix Contact 2961396 Relay Socket DIN Rail - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Phoenix Contact 2961396 is a relay socket designed for DIN rail mounting applications. This component serves as an interface for miniature relays, featuring spring terminal connections and integrated diode with lighted indicator functionality. The part is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of compatible substitute components essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

2961396

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8542961396 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

2900261

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 10602900261 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Phoenix Contact 2961396 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Mounting Type: DIN Rail mounting capability
• Termination Style: Spring terminal connections
• Application Compatibility: Designed for miniature relay interfacing
• Functional Features: Integrated diode and lighted indicator functionality
• Electrical Compliance: RoHS compliance status

The substitute part Phoenix Contact 2900261 satisfies all substitution criteria through matching mounting methodology, termination architecture, relay compatibility, and feature set. The substitute maintains functional equivalence while offering active product status and enhanced compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Phoenix Contact 2900261 serves as the direct functional equivalent for the obsolete 2961396 model. Both components maintain identical mounting architecture, termination methodology, and relay interface specifications. The substitute part offers the advantage of active product status, ensuring continued availability and supply chain reliability.

The 2900261 provides enhanced compliance certification through ROHS3 compliance and REACH affected status documentation, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic component procurement. The transition from the PLC-BSP series to the PLC-BPT series represents a product line evolution while preserving functional compatibility for DIN rail relay socket applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can Phoenix Contact 2900261 directly replace 2961396 in existing installations?

A: Yes. Both components share identical mounting type (DIN Rail), termination style (Spring Terminal), and functional features (Diode, Lighted Indicator). The 2900261 maintains full compatibility with miniature relay applications.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two models?

A: The 2961396 is classified as obsolete, while the 2900261 maintains active product status. The 2900261 also provides enhanced compliance certifications including ROHS3 and REACH documentation.

Q: Are there packaging differences between the main part and substitute?

A: The 2961396 is supplied with standard packaging, while the 2900261 is available in bulk packaging configuration.

Q: Does the series change from PLC-BSP to PLC-BPT affect compatibility?

A: No. The series designation change reflects product line evolution. Functional compatibility for DIN rail mounting and miniature relay interfacing remains unchanged.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to the substitute part?

A: The 2900261 is ROHS3 compliant and REACH affected. Both certifications are documented in the component specifications.