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Phoenix Contact · Communication Adapter
2708342 is a Phoenix Contact industrial component with Supply voltage 18 V DC ... 30 V DC; Enclosure rating IP20 (IEC 60529); Operating temperature 0...+55 °C (IEC 60068-2-1). It is used in control panels, machine builds, spare-part replacements where the installed unit is matched to the original catalog number and a compact, documented part is required.
| Electrical | |
| Supply voltage | 18 V DC ... 30 V DC |
|---|---|
| Rated torque | 0.56 Nm ... 0.79 Nm |
| Rated speed | ≤ 2 Mbps |
| I/O and communication | |
| Protocols | Transparent to protocol for RS-422 interface |
| Mechanical | |
| Weight | 245.1 g |
| Mounting | DIN rail / panel |
| Terminal type | 0.2 mm² ... 2.5 mm² |
| Terminal wire size | 14 |
| Enclosure rating | IP20 (IEC 60529) |
| Environment and compliance | |
| Operating temperature | 0...+55 °C (IEC 60068-2-1) |
| Certifications | CE, UL, cULus |
| Humidity | 30 % ... 95 % (non-condensing) |
Values follow the Phoenix Contact Communication Adapter specification for this catalog number; parameters not confirmed for this variant are omitted rather than estimated.
| Phoenix Contact Communication Adapter variants | |||
| Catalog number | Mounting | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2708342 (this page) | DIN rail / panel | ||
| 2708300 | DIN rail / panel | ||
| 2708326 | DIN rail / panel | ||
| 2708339 | DIN rail / panel | ||
Before selecting an alternative, confirm its dimensions, terminals and installation requirements in the manufacturer documentation.
The 2708342 is the device-level element in a Phoenix Contact industrial component installation. It receives the field signals and control supply listed above — 18 V DC ... 30 V DC — and switches or conditions the load within the the rated ratings shown in the Specifications table. Wiring and protective devices are sized to those same numbers, not to a generic assumption.
Typical installations place it in control panels, machine builds, spare-part replacements, where the unit is matched to the original catalog number and the enclosure provides DIN rail / panel support. Record the catalog number and revision from the nameplate of the installed unit before specifying a like-for-like spare.
Phoenix Contact 2708342 — Industrial automation component supplied as a like-for-like replacement, selected by catalog number and published ratings. The figures below are taken from the specification table on this page for catalog number 2708342; record the nameplate data of the unit being replaced before selecting an equivalent.
Available from stock with datasheet, certificates and a quotation on request.
Q.Where can I find the certifications data for 2708342?
It is listed in the specification table for Phoenix Contact 2708342 as CE, UL, cULus. Confirm this figure against the unit currently in the panel.
Q.For 2708342, what does the specification table state about rated speed?
The specification table lists rated speed = ≤ 2 Mbps for Phoenix Contact 2708342. Use the value as the reference when sourcing a current-production equivalent.
Q.Which value is published under rated torque for catalog number 2708342?
For 2708342, rated torque is given as 0.56 Nm ... 0.79 Nm. Check the revision of the installed unit if the catalog number has been superseded.
Q.Can the 2708342 replace the unit currently installed in my panel?
Compare catalog number 2708342 and the ratings above with the nameplate of the installed device. A current-production equivalent is selected by function and electrical rating, not by the label alone.
Q.What should I include in an enquiry for 2708342?
Send the full catalog number 2708342, the required quantity and a photo of the nameplate. Stock, lead time and the applicable compliance documents can then be confirmed for Phoenix Contact 2708342.
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Every product is covered by a 12-month seller warranty provided by SHLY-PLC, effective from the date of delivery, against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
This warranty does not cover damage from misuse, improper installation, power surges, neglect, unauthorized repair, or normal wear and tear. See our Return Policy for warranty-claim instructions.
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