Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 100mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizePT3/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM36×2
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100
The SC160X100 is a robust double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 10053 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, scaling up to 18095 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa. With a 100 mm stroke and a 40 mm diameter piston rod, this model is built for heavy linear actuation tasks where a compact retracted length is needed.
Its 29 mm adjustable air cushion at each end effectively decelerates the piston, protecting the end caps from impact damage. The body length A is 239 mm, making the total extended length approximately 339 mm. This model uses the standard TPU seals for a temperature range of -20 to +70 C and PT3/4 port threads.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT3/4 |
| Rod thread | M36×2 |
| 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, 29 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø160mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 10053 N | 9425 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 14074 N | — |
| Max (approx.) | 2050 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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.
Where the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100 Is Used
Heavy Press Tool Actuation
Provides the high force (up to 18095 N at 0.9 MPa) required for clamping, punching, or forming tools in metal fabrication presses.
Material Handling Lift Assist
The 100 mm stroke is ideal for lifting and positioning heavy engine blocks or castings on an assembly line, using the cylinder's 10053 N force at standard shop air.
Log Saw or Pallet Stop
Deploys a robust stop gate or positions a saw carriage in timber processing, leveraging the durable 40 mm rod to withstand frequent impact loads.
Is the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100 the Right Cylinder?
For applications requiring slightly less force, consider stepping down to the SC125 bore, which provides 6136 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. When replacing an existing cylinder, ensure a 5-point match: 160 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, PT3/4 port thread, basic mounting (no included accessories), and the absence of a built-in magnet. This tie-rod design is shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder and is not dimensionally interchangeable with that profile.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/NPT/G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Side load — consider a guided cylinder
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Adjust end cushion screws for smooth stops.
- check Use correct mounting accessory (FA/FB/CA/CB/LB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X100 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 10053 N and the pull force is 9425 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 18095 N. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 2050 kgf.
No, this is a double-acting cylinder and will not hold its position if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered. The piston will drift. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston at the end of the stroke to reduce impact; it is not a locking or holding brake. For load holding, you must add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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