Qualtek 718-15/28 AC Power Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Qualtek 718-15/28 is an IEC 320-2-2/H panel mount power entry connector receptacle with female sockets and quick connect termination. This component is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent models for new designs and ongoing production requirements. Substitute parts must maintain mechanical compatibility with panel cutout dimensions and electrical performance within the specified connector standard.

Substiute Parts

718-15/28

QualtekIn Stock: 1186718-15/28 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

716W-X2/02

QualtekIn Stock: 12382716W-X2/02 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

6600.4215

SCHURTER Inc.In Stock: 12376600.4215 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 718-15/28 are identified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional and mechanical compatibility:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

• Connector standard compliance (IEC 320-2-2 family)
• Receptacle configuration with female sockets
• Panel mount, snap-in installation method
• Quick connect termination interface
• Panel cutout dimensions within acceptable tolerance
• Commercial-grade unfiltered design
• Regulatory approvals (CSA, UL, or equivalent)
• ROHS3 compliance

Identified Substitutes:

1. Qualtek 716W-X2/02 - Active status, IEC 320-2-2/F variant with expanded position count and voltage rating
2. SCHURTER 6600.4215 - Active status, IEC 320-2-2/F variant with enhanced ingress protection and material flammability rating

Both substitutes maintain the core mechanical interface (panel mount, snap-in) and termination method (quick connect) while offering enhanced electrical specifications and regulatory coverage.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Qualtek 716W-X2/02 is the primary substitute within the Qualtek product family. It maintains manufacturer continuity while offering active product status and expanded regulatory coverage (TUV addition). The connector style transitions from IEC 320-2-2/H to IEC 320-2-2/F, with position count increasing from 2 to 3. Panel cutout dimensions show minimal deviation (32.60mm x 25.30mm versus 32.26mm x 24.77mm), and panel thickness tolerance is expanded to accommodate thinner installations. Termination interface changes from 0.110" to 0.189" quick connect, requiring wiring harness modification.

SCHURTER 6600.4215 provides cross-manufacturer substitution with enhanced material specifications. This option includes UL94 V-0 flammability rating and IP30 ingress protection, with broader regulatory approval (CCC, cULus, ENEC). Panel cutout dimensions (32.50mm x 24.80mm) and panel thickness (0.059") align closely with the original specification. Termination interface matches the Qualtek substitute at 0.189" quick connect.

Both substitutes are active products with current inventory availability and full ROHS3 compliance. Selection between them depends on manufacturer preference, regulatory jurisdiction requirements, and wiring harness compatibility with the 0.189" quick connect standard.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 716W-X2/02 directly replace the 718-15/28 without panel modification?

A: Panel cutout dimensions are compatible within standard manufacturing tolerances. However, the termination interface changes from 0.110" to 0.189" quick connect, requiring wiring harness replacement.

Q: What is the significance of the IEC 320-2-2/H to IEC 320-2-2/F transition?

A: Both are IEC 320-2-2 family connectors. The /H and /F designations indicate different mechanical variants within the standard. The /F variant (substitutes) accommodates 3 positions versus 2 positions in the /H variant (original).

Q: Are there differences in panel thickness compatibility?

A: The 718-15/28 specifies 0.059" (1.50mm) panel thickness. The 716W-X2/02 accepts 0.031" to 0.059" (0.79mm to 1.50mm), providing greater flexibility. The 6600.4215 matches the original specification at 0.059" (1.50mm).

Q: Which substitute offers the broadest regulatory coverage?

A: The SCHURTER 6600.4215 provides the most comprehensive approvals (CCC, cULus, ENEC) and includes material flammability rating (UL94 V-0) and ingress protection (IP30) specifications not present in the original part.

Q: Is inventory availability a consideration for selection?

A: The 716W-X2/02 has 12,359 units in stock, while the 6600.4215 has 1,154 units. Both exceed typical component requirements for active production.

Q: What wiring modifications are required for substitution?

A: The termination interface changes from 0.110" (2.8mm) to 0.189" (4.8mm) quick connect on both substitutes. Existing wiring harnesses must be reconfigured with compatible quick connect terminals.