ELVT04500 Terminal Block Plug - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELVT04500 is a 4-position terminal block plug manufactured by Amphenol PCD, featuring female sockets with 0.150" (3.81mm) pitch spacing and 90° free-hanging in-line mounting. This component is actively produced and widely used in industrial control, automation, and power distribution applications requiring screw-based wire termination. Substitute parts are identified to provide design flexibility, inventory alternatives, and sourcing options while maintaining functional compatibility within specified electrical and mechanical parameters.

Key Parameters

Parameter	ELVT04500 Specification
Number of Positions	4
Pitch	0.150" (3.81mm)
Type	Plug, Female Sockets
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Termination Style	Screw - Rising Cage Clamp
Wire Gauge Range	16-28 AWG
Voltage - UL	300 V
Current - UL	12 A
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 125°C
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA46), Nylon 4/6
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the ELVT04500 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

Position Count & Pitch: All substitutes must provide exactly 4 positions at 0.150" (3.81mm) spacing to ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility with mating connectors and PCB layouts.
Connector Type: All substitutes must be plug-type connectors with female sockets to maintain interface compatibility.
Mounting Configuration: All substitutes must support free-hanging in-line mounting to preserve installation geometry.
Termination Method: All substitutes must use screw-based termination to maintain wire connection methodology.
Electrical Ratings: All substitutes must meet or exceed UL voltage (300 V) and current (12 A) requirements to ensure safe operation within the application envelope.
Wire Gauge Compatibility: All substitutes must accept 16-28 AWG wire to maintain termination consistency.
Compliance: All substitutes must maintain RoHS compliance status for regulatory alignment.

The three identified substitutes (1798950000, EDZ1700/4, OSTTS04315A) satisfy these core criteria while offering variations in wire entry angle, torque specifications, and housing materials that may provide advantages in specific application contexts.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	ELVT04500 (Amphenol PCD)	1798950000 (Weidmüller)	EDZ1700/4 (On-Shore Technology)	OSTTS04315A (On Shore Technology Inc.)
Positions	4	4	4	4
Pitch	0.150" (3.81mm)	0.150" (3.81mm)	0.150" (3.81mm)	0.150" (3.81mm)
Type	Plug, Female Sockets	Plug, Female Sockets	Plug, Female Sockets	Plug, Female Sockets
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Termination Style	Screw - Rising Cage Clamp	Screw - Clamping Yoke (Tension Sleeve)	Screw	Screw
Wire Gauge Range - AWG	16-28 AWG	16-28 AWG	16-28 AWG	16-28 AWG
Voltage - UL	300 V	300 V	300 V	300 V
Current - UL	12 A	10 A	Not specified	Not specified
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to 125°C	-50°C to 120°C	-30°C to 105°C	-30°C to 105°C
Color	Black	Black	Green	Green
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Torque - Screw	0.25 Nm (2.2 Lb-In)	0.2-0.25 Nm (1.7-2.2 Lb-In)	0.4 Nm (4.6 Lb-In)	0.2 Nm (1.7 Lb-In)
Wire Strip Length	6.35mm	7mm	7mm	6-7mm
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Tin Alloy	Brass
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA46), Nylon 4/6	Polyamide (PA), Nylon, Glass Filled	Polyamide (PA), Nylon	Brass
Packaging	Tray	Bulk	Bulk	Bulk
Inventory Status	839 Pcs New Original In Stock	1146 Pcs New Original In Stock	1268 Pcs New Original In Stock	3709 Pcs New Original In Stock

Engineering Selection Recommendations

ELVT04500 (Amphenol PCD) - Primary specification. Recommended for applications requiring the full 12 A UL current rating and extended upper operating temperature to 125°C. RoHS compliant. Tray packaging suitable for controlled inventory management.

1798950000 (Weidmüller Omnimate BC) - Functionally compatible substitute with 270° wire entry orientation (versus 90° on ELVT04500). Supports 10 A UL current and 300 V UL voltage. Extended lower operating temperature range (-50°C) provides advantage in cold-environment applications. RoHS compliant with IP20 ingress protection rating. Clamping yoke termination style offers alternative mechanical interface. Bulk packaging. Higher inventory availability (1146 units).

EDZ1700/4 (On-Shore Technology) - Compatible substitute with unspecified wire entry angle. Supports 300 V UL voltage. Operating temperature range -30°C to 105°C is narrower than primary part. ROHS3 compliant. Higher screw torque specification (0.4 Nm) requires adjusted termination procedures. Bulk packaging. Highest inventory availability (1268 units).

OSTTS04315A (On Shore Technology Inc.) - Compatible substitute with unspecified wire entry angle. Supports 300 V UL voltage. Operating temperature range -30°C to 105°C. ROHS3 compliant. Lowest screw torque specification (0.2 Nm) requires careful termination control. Brass housing material differs from polyamide alternatives. Bulk packaging. Highest inventory availability (3709 units).

Selection should prioritize the ELVT04500 for applications requiring maximum current capacity and temperature range. Substitutes are appropriate where inventory constraints, specific wire entry geometry, or alternative termination torque specifications align with application requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELVT04500 be directly replaced with 1798950000?

A: Yes, with consideration of wire entry angle. The ELVT04500 features 90° wire entry, while 1798950000 provides 270° entry. Both support 4-position 3.81mm pitch configuration, free-hanging mounting, and screw termination. The 1798950000 has a lower UL current rating (10 A versus 12 A) and narrower upper operating temperature (120°C versus 125°C). Verify application current requirements before substitution.

Q: What are the key differences between EDZ1700/4 and OSTTS04315A?

A: Both are 4-position 3.81mm pitch screw-terminated plugs with identical operating temperature ranges (-30°C to 105°C) and 300 V UL voltage ratings. Primary differences are contact material (Copper Tin Alloy versus Brass), housing material (Polyamide versus Brass), and screw torque specification (0.4 Nm versus 0.2 Nm). Housing material selection may affect mechanical durability and thermal characteristics in specific environments.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. ELVT04500, 1798950000 are RoHS Compliant. EDZ1700/4 and OSTTS04315A are ROHS3 Compliant. All meet regulatory requirements for hazardous substance restriction.

Q: What is the impact of different screw torque specifications?

A: Screw torque directly affects wire termination quality and connection reliability. ELVT04500 specifies 0.25 Nm, 1798950000 specifies 0.2-0.25 Nm, EDZ1700/4 specifies 0.4 Nm, and OSTTS04315A specifies 0.2 Nm. Higher torque (EDZ1700/4) requires controlled termination to prevent over-tightening. Lower torque (OSTTS04315A) requires careful application to ensure adequate clamping force. Termination procedures must align with manufacturer specifications.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in existing designs?

A: Mechanical and electrical interchangeability is confirmed for the four-position 3.81mm pitch configuration. However, wire entry angle differences (90° versus 270° versus unspecified) may affect physical installation geometry. Verify mating connector orientation and available installation space before substitution. Current rating differences (12 A primary versus 10 A for 1798950000) must be evaluated against application load requirements.

Q: What packaging considerations apply to substitution?

A: ELVT04500 is supplied in Tray packaging, while all substitutes are supplied in Bulk packaging. Tray packaging provides organized component presentation suitable for controlled assembly environments. Bulk packaging may require additional handling and organization procedures. Verify receiving and inventory management compatibility with existing processes.

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