
The AirTAC Airtac SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X1300S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 1300mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC160X1300-S is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering a substantial 10053 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (18095 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure). With a 40 mm diameter piston rod and a 1300 mm stroke, it is built for heavy linear actuation tasks where magnetic piston sensing is required.
This model includes the -S suffix, equipping the cylinder with a built-in magnet. This allows for direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors along the barrel for precise, non-contact position feedback. The adjustable air cushion at each end decelerates the 40 mm rod smoothly over a 29 mm cushion length, protecting the end caps during high-cycle operation.
| Model | Airtac SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X1300S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 1300 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.
| 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.
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×1300 | 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.
Powers carriage drives and log kickers in sawmills. The 10053 N force at 0.5 MPa and 1300 mm stroke reliably positions heavy timber, with the magnetic piston enabling sensor-based sequencing.
Actuates large chutes, hopper doors, and steering mechanisms on harvesters and sprayers. The tie-rod design is field-serviceable, and the -S magnet provides position confirmation for automated flow control.
Drives the primary compaction ram in recycling balers. The 18095 N maximum force at 0.9 MPa compresses cardboard and plastics into dense bales, while the 29 mm cushion absorbs the shock at the end of each stroke.
Select the SC160 bore when your application requires a push force between roughly 2513 N (the SC80 at 0.5 MPa) and 10053 N. If your load is lighter, stepping down to an SC125 bore (6136 N at 0.5 MPa) can reduce air consumption and physical footprint. For a 1300 mm stroke, carefully evaluate side-loading: an unsupported 40 mm rod at full extension is vulnerable to bending and bearing wear. Use an external guide rail or rod-alignment coupler to absorb transverse forces, preventing premature seal failure.
For a direct replacement, match five key specifications: a 160 mm bore, 1300 mm stroke, PT port thread, the built-in magnet (-S) for sensor compatibility, and the basic (no bracket) mounting configuration. This ensures the new cylinder drops into the existing machine without modifying the mounting interface or sensor setup.
Quick checklist
At 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the SC160 bore generates 14074 N of push force on extension and 9425 N of pull force on retraction. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 2050 kgf.
Yes. The -S suffix in SC160X1300-S indicates a built-in magnet in the piston. You can clamp AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors directly onto the tie-rod barrel to detect piston position without additional brackets.
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