Phoenix Contact · Connection Cable
2966838 is a Phoenix Contact connection cable with Rated current Ie up to 4 A; Enclosure rating IP67 (IEC 60529); Operating temperature -25...+80 °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.
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Rated current Ieup to 4 A
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Enclosure ratingIP67 (IEC 60529)
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Operating temperature-25...+80 °C (IEC 60068-2-1)
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MountingDIN rail / panel
Specifications
| Electrical |
| Rated current Ie |
up to 4 A |
| Mechanical |
| Weight |
46.5 g |
| Mounting |
DIN rail / panel |
| Enclosure rating |
IP67 (IEC 60529) |
| Environment and compliance |
| Operating temperature |
-25...+80 °C (IEC 60068-2-1) |
| Certifications |
CE, UL, cULus |
Values follow the Phoenix Contact Connection Cable specification for this catalog number; parameters not confirmed for this variant are omitted rather than estimated.
Model comparison in the same family
| Phoenix Contact Connection Cable variants |
| Catalog number |
Rated current Ie |
Mounting |
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2966838 (this page) |
up to 4 A |
DIN rail / panel |
| 2966692 |
up to 4 A |
DIN rail / panel |
| 2966786 |
up to 4 A |
DIN rail / panel |
| 2967976 |
up to 4 A |
DIN rail / panel |
Before selecting an alternative, confirm its dimensions, terminals and installation requirements in the manufacturer documentation.
Where it sits in the control system
The 2966838 is the device-level element in a Phoenix Contact connection cable installation. It receives the field signals and control supply listed above — the rated supply — and switches or conditions the load within the up to 4 A 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.
Selection notes for Phoenix Contact 2966838
Phoenix Contact 2966838 — 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 2966838; verify the catalog number against your bill of materials before requesting a quotation.
- Weight: 46.5 g — Verify it in the project documentation before confirming the order.
- Enclosure rating: IP67 (IEC 60529) — Check this value against the nameplate of the installed unit before ordering.
- Rated current Ie: up to 4 A — Match it to the existing panel and upstream protection.
- Operating temperature: -25...+80 °C (IEC 60068-2-1) — Record it with the other nameplate data when sourcing a replacement.
Available from stock with datasheet, certificates and a quotation on request.
Common questions about 2966838
Q.Before ordering 2966838, which weight entry should be checked?
The weight entry quoted above is 46.5 g. Compare it with the nameplate of the installed unit before ordering.
Q.Where can I find the enclosure rating data for 2966838?
It is listed in the specification table for Phoenix Contact 2966838 as IP67 (IEC 60529). Confirm this figure against the unit currently in the panel.
Q.For 2966838, what does the specification table state about rated current Ie?
The specification table lists rated current Ie = up to 4 A for Phoenix Contact 2966838. Use the value as the reference when sourcing a current-production equivalent.
Q.What should I include in an enquiry for 2966838?
Send the full catalog number 2966838, the required quantity and a photo of the nameplate. Stock, lead time and the applicable compliance documents can then be confirmed for Phoenix Contact 2966838.
Q.How do I confirm compatibility of 2966838 before ordering?
Match the catalog number 2966838 and the specification values listed above against the installed unit, then confirm the firmware or hardware revision where a revision-sensitive part is involved.