
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC125X125SH is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø125mm bore and 125mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC125X125SH is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 6136 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and up to 11045 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa. Its 125 mm bore and 125 mm stroke make it a compact yet powerful actuator for medium-stroke pressing and clamping tasks.
This model includes a built-in magnet (suffix -S) for direct mounting of CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, and high-temperature Viton seals (suffix -H) that extend the operating range to 0–150 °C. The 32 mm piston rod with M27x2 thread and 28 mm adjustable air cushion ensure smooth deceleration, while the PT1/2 port supplies the large air volume this ISO 6430 class cylinder demands.
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC125X125SH |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø125 mm |
| Stroke | 125 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. |
| ×125 | 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.
Viton seals allow continuous operation up to 150 °C, making the SC125X125SH ideal for clamping fixtures inside ovens, autoclaves, or near heat sources where standard seals would degrade.
With 11045 N of force at 0.9 MPa, this cylinder suits small to medium pneumatic presses for forming, riveting, or stamping operations that require a short, powerful stroke.
The built-in magnet enables end-of-stroke sensing to confirm gate position, while the Viton seals survive the radiant heat from conveyors carrying hot castings or glass.
Choose the SC125 when your load requires roughly 6000 N at standard plant pressure; the next step down, the SC100, provides 3927 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the SC160 nearly doubles the force to 10053 N. For this 125 mm stroke, side-load risk is minimal, but always centre the load on the rod axis.
To replace an existing SC125X125SH, match five points: 125 mm bore, 125 mm stroke, PT1/2 port thread, the built-in magnet for sensor mounting, and the Viton seal material for high-temperature compatibility. The SC is a tie-rod cylinder and is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, push force is 6136 N and pull force is 5734 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, push force reaches 11045 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 1251 kgf.
No. The SC125X125SH is a double-acting cylinder and will drift or drop if pressure is lost or the valve is centred. For load holding without live pressure, you must add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston at stroke end—it does not lock the position.
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