
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC125X230STC is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø125mm bore and 230mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
Delivering 6136 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and up to 11045 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the AirTAC SC125X230STC is a heavy-duty double-acting cylinder built for demanding linear applications. This model features a 32 mm diameter piston rod with an M27x2 knuckle thread and a 28 mm adjustable air cushion at each end, ensuring smooth deceleration of large inertial loads.
This configuration includes a built-in magnet (-S suffix) for direct mounting of CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors and a centre trunnion mount (TC suffix, bracket F-SC125TC with TCM1 included), allowing the cylinder to pivot during operation. With a 230 mm stroke and a compact body length of 203 mm, it is an ISO 6430 class tie-rod cylinder, shorter than a comparable ISO 15552 profile.
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC125X230STC |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø125 mm |
| Stroke | 230 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. |
| ×230 | 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.
Pivots a high-speed diverter gate on a mining or aggregate conveyor, using the centre trunnion mount to swing the cylinder body as the gate moves through its arc.
Applies up to 11045 N of clamping force in a hydraulic press safety interlock, with magnetic sensors confirming the guard is closed before the cycle starts.
Drives a bin or hopper tilter in a foundry, where the trunnion mount absorbs the angular misalignment and the built-in cushion handles the heavy, shifting load.
For applications requiring less force, stepping down to an SC100 bore reduces push force to 3927 N at 0.5 MPa, while an SC160 bore steps up to 10053 N. The 230 mm stroke is well within the 1500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore. When using a centre trunnion mount on longer strokes, ensure the pivot point is positioned to minimize rod bending moments from the load.
To replace this cylinder, match five key specifications: 125 mm bore, 230 mm stroke, PT port thread, the TC centre trunnion mounting accessory, and the built-in magnet for sensor compatibility. This ensures a drop-in fit without modifying the machine frame or sensor setup.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa air pressure, the cylinder pushes with 6136 N and pulls with 5734 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the extending force increases to 11045 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 1251 kgf.
Yes. The -S suffix in the model code indicates a built-in magnetic piston, so AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors can be clamped directly onto the tie-rod barrel to detect piston position without external brackets.
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