PSN18-C Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PSN18-C is an inline terminal connector manufactured by Panduit Corp, designed for crimp termination of 18-22 AWG copper wire. This component features individual parallel openings and full insulation in red color, part of the Pan-Term® series. The PSN18-C is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts to maintain design continuity and ensure procurement availability for new applications and ongoing support requirements.

Substiute Parts

PSN18-C

Panduit CorpIn Stock: 1403PSN18-C Datasheet

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PSN18-M

Panduit CorpIn Stock: 1451PSN18-M Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the PSN18-C is determined by equivalence across the following critical parameters: terminal type (inline with individual parallel openings), wire gauge range (18-22 AWG), termination method (crimp), number of wire entries (2), insulation classification (fully insulated), wire material specification (copper only), color designation (red), and series affiliation (Pan-Term®). All substitute parts must maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications within these parameters. Compliance certifications including RoHS3 and REACH status are preserved across equivalent parts.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The PSN18-M serves as the direct equivalent substitute for the obsolete PSN18-C. Both components maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters including terminal configuration, wire gauge compatibility, termination method, and insulation characteristics. The PSN18-M is classified as active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturing support. Both parts satisfy ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, maintaining regulatory alignment for applications requiring these certifications. Selection of PSN18-M for new designs and procurement activities eliminates obsolescence risk while preserving full functional and dimensional compatibility with existing PSN18-C applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PSN18-M be used as a direct replacement for PSN18-C in existing designs?

A: Yes. PSN18-M is electrically and mechanically equivalent to PSN18-C across all specified parameters including terminal type, wire gauge, termination method, insulation, and color. Direct substitution is supported without design modification.

Q: What is the primary reason for substituting PSN18-C?

A: PSN18-C is classified as obsolete product status. PSN18-M is the active equivalent, ensuring continued procurement availability and manufacturing support.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between PSN18-C and PSN18-M?

A: No. Both parts maintain identical RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. Regulatory requirements are preserved across the substitution.

Q: What wire gauge range is supported by PSN18-M?

A: PSN18-M supports 18-22 AWG wire gauge, identical to PSN18-C specifications.

Q: Is the termination method the same for both parts?

A: Yes. Both PSN18-C and PSN18-M utilize crimp termination methodology with identical mechanical interface requirements.

Q: What is the wire material specification for PSN18-M?

A: PSN18-M is specified for copper wire only, matching PSN18-C material requirements.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: Both parts are supplied in bulk packaging format. Specific packaging quantities should be verified with procurement documentation.