Airtac SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140
The AirTAC Airtac SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 140mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke140 mm
- Port sizePT3/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM36×2
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
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About the Airtac SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140
The SC160X140 is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder from the AirTAC SC tie-rod series, pairing a 160 mm bore with a 140 mm stroke. At 0.5 MPa operating pressure, it generates a push force of 10053 N, making it suitable for medium-to-heavy industrial linear motion tasks where a compact body length is required.
This model uses a 40 mm diameter piston rod with an M36x2 male knuckle thread and PT3/4 port connections. The total extended body length is approximately 379 mm (239 mm body length A plus 140 mm stroke). An adjustable air cushion at both ends, with a 29 mm cushion length, decelerates the piston to reduce end-of-stroke impact.
Airtac SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 140 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 SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×140 | 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 SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140 Is Used
Press-Fit Assembly
Delivers over 10 kN of push force at 0.5 MPa for pressing bearings, bushings, or pins into housings in automated assembly cells.
Pallet Stop & Lift
Acts as a robust end-of-line pallet stop or lift gate in heavy pallet conveyor systems, managing high-impact loads with its 29 mm air cushion.
Waste Compaction
Provides the linear thrust needed for small-scale waste or recycling compactors, using the 40 mm rod for high column strength under compressive loads.
Is the Airtac SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140 the Right Cylinder?
Select the SC160X140 when your application needs roughly 10 kN of push force at standard plant air pressure. If your load requires less force, consider stepping down to the 125 mm bore SC125 series, which provides 6136 N at 0.5 MPa. For higher force demands, the 200 mm bore SC200 series offers 15708 N at the same pressure.
When replacing an existing cylinder, ensure a 5-point match: 160 mm bore, 140 mm stroke, PT3/4 port thread, basic mounting (no factory-fitted bracket), and no built-in magnet. This is a tie-rod cylinder and is dimensionally shorter than a typical ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it is not a direct drop-in replacement for that standard. For strokes of 300 mm or longer, always check rod bearing side-load limits; this 140 mm stroke is well within standard guidance.
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 SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X140 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, it is not a direct dimensional interchange. The AirTAC SC series is a tie-rod cylinder with a shorter overall body length than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. The SC160X140 has a body length A of 239 mm, which differs from the ISO 15552 standard dimension. It should only replace another AirTAC SC tie-rod cylinder with matching bore, stroke, port thread, and mounting.
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