What This Frame Does in the Assembly
The TE Connectivity 1604079-1 is a receptacle frame — a black polycarbonate (PC) accessory that houses the contact modules for the Power Series 15/30/45 connector family. It is not a connector body itself; it is the structural shell that holds the receptacle inserts in place within a panel or housing. The frame is listed for use with the Power Series 15, 30, and 45 product lines, so if you are building a power interconnect in that series, this is the frame that retains the receptacle contacts.
Material and Build
The frame is molded from polycarbonate (PC), a material that offers good impact resistance and dimensional stability over the operating temperature range typical of power connectors. The black colour is standard for the series. It ships in bulk packaging, which is typical for a frame that gets installed during harness or panel assembly rather than sold as a single retail unit.
Compatibility Check
This frame is specified for use with Power Series 15, 30, and 45 products. If you are working with a Power Series 30 connector, the 1604079-1 is the correct receptacle frame. It is not a universal fit — confirm that your contact modules and housing are from the same series before ordering.