
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X135S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 135mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC160X135S is a double-acting single-rod pneumatic 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 160 mm bore and a 40 mm diameter piston rod, this model is built for heavy-duty linear tasks requiring substantial force in a compact tie-rod envelope. The 135 mm stroke fits medium-travel clamping, pressing, and lifting applications.
The built-in magnet (suffix -S) allows direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors on the barrel for reliable end-of-stroke or mid-stroke position sensing without external brackets. The body length A is 239 mm, giving a total extended length of approximately 374 mm. Adjustable air cushioning at both ends decelerates the piston smoothly, protecting the end caps during high-speed or high-load cycles.
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X135S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 135 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. |
| ×135 | 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.
The 10053 N push force at 0.5 MPa makes the SC160X135S ideal for pneumatic presses, assembly jigs, and heavy-duty clamping fixtures where consistent, high force is needed over a 135 mm stroke.
Use this cylinder for diverting heavy packages on conveyors or as a robust pallet stop. The built-in magnet enables easy integration of sensors to confirm part presence or cylinder position.
In automated welding cells or metal forming stations, the SC160X135S provides the muscle to position tooling or clamp workpieces, with sensor feedback ensuring safe, sequenced operation.
Choose the SC160X135S when your application needs around 10000 N of force at standard shop air pressure. If your load is lighter, stepping down to the SC125 bore (6136 N push at 0.5 MPa) can reduce air consumption and physical size. For strokes of 300 mm or longer, evaluate side-load conditions carefully; a 40 mm rod can bend under significant lateral force, so consider adding an external guide or switching to a guided cylinder assembly.
For a direct replacement, match five points: 160 mm bore, 135 mm stroke, PT port thread, the built-in magnet (-S), and the basic (no bracket) mounting configuration. This cylinder is a tie-rod design, not an ISO 15552 profile, so dimensional interchangeability is limited to another AirTAC SC series cylinder of the same specifications.
Quick checklist
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.
Yes. The -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet in the piston, making it compatible with AirTAC CMSG (reed) and DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors that clamp directly onto the barrel's tie-rod slots.
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