
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC125X10 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø125mm bore and 10mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC125X10 is a compact-stroke member of the AirTAC SC tie-rod cylinder family, delivering a substantial 6136 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (11045 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure). Its 32 mm diameter piston rod and 28 mm adjustable air cushion make it suitable for short, high-force clamping or pressing tasks where space along the cylinder axis is limited.
With a body length A of just 203 mm plus the 10 mm stroke, this double-acting cylinder fits into tight machine envelopes while providing the force of a 125 mm bore. The standard PT ports and TPU seals handle filtered air from -20 to +70 °C, and the adjustable cushion at each end decelerates the piston smoothly to reduce end-of-stroke impact.
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC125X10 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø125 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/2 |
| Rod thread | M27×2 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 28 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SC series datasheet. Operating pressure 0.15–1.0 MPa, proof pressure 1.5 MPa, temperature −20 to +70 °C. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT (standard) / G.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 6136 N | 5734 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 8590 N | — |
| Max (approx.) | 1251 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 125 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Related variants: SCD (double rod), SCJ (adjustable stroke), SCT (multi-position). Seals: TPU standard / H = Viton / N = NBR. Thread: blank = PT, G = G thread.
Delivers over 6000 N of force at 0.5 MPa in a 10 mm stroke, ideal for pneumatic clamping fixtures and workholding on machining centres.
Applies up to 11045 N at 0.9 MPa for short-travel pressing, staking, or riveting operations where a compact cylinder footprint is required.
Provides a powerful, brief push to assist in ejecting parts from dies or moulds, fitting into tight tooling spaces with its short extended length.
Choose the SC125X10 when you need high force in a very short linear stroke—its 6136 N at 0.5 MPa is a significant step up from the 3927 N of the SC100 bore. If your stroke needs to grow beyond 25 mm, the same SC125 platform extends to a maximum standard stroke of 1500 mm. For side-loaded applications, even at this short stroke, ensure the load is guided externally; the rod bearing is designed for axial thrust, not bending moments.
To replace an existing cylinder, match five points: 125 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, PT port thread, basic (no accessory) mounting, and no magnet. This model is the base SC125X10 without suffix options—confirm your current cylinder's exact code before ordering.
Quick checklist
At 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the SC125X10 produces 8590 N of push force. The pull force at the same pressure is 5734 N, accounting for the 32 mm rod area.
No. The SC125X10 is a double-acting cylinder and will not hold its position or load if air pressure is exhausted or the directional valve is centred. For load holding without live pressure, you must add a pilot-operated check valve or an external mechanical rod brake.
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