Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 240mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke240 mm
- Port sizePT3/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM36×2
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240
The SC160X240 is a robust double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering a substantial 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 40 mm diameter piston rod and a 240 mm stroke, this model is well-suited for heavy-duty clamping, pressing, and material handling tasks that require high force over a moderate travel distance.
Its 29 mm adjustable air cushion decelerates the piston smoothly at both ends of the stroke, protecting the end caps from impact and reducing noise. The body length A is 239 mm, giving a total extended length of approximately 479 mm. This cylinder uses a PT3/4 port and an M36x2 rod thread, operating reliably on filtered air within a -20 to +70 °C temperature range with its standard TPU seals.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 240 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 SC160X240
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×240 | 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 SC160X240 Is Used
Pallet Lifting & Transfer
Provides the high push force needed to lift and transfer heavy pallets or containers in logistics and packaging lines, operating reliably at standard factory air pressures.
Heavy-Duty Clamping
Ideal for welding jigs and assembly fixtures where a strong, consistent clamping force of over 10,000 N is required to hold large steel fabrications securely during processing.
Industrial Pressing
Used in compact hydraulic-press alternatives for pressing bearings, bushings, or forming light-gauge metal, leveraging its 18095 N maximum force at 0.9 MPa.
Is the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240 the Right Cylinder?
For applications requiring slightly less force, stepping down to a 125 mm bore reduces push force to 6136 N at 0.5 MPa, while a step up to a 200 mm bore increases it to 15708 N. Always match the bore, 240 mm stroke, PT3/4 port thread, and basic mounting configuration when replacing an existing unit. The SC160 is a tie-rod cylinder and is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
At a 240 mm stroke, the 40 mm rod is inherently rigid for most axial loads. However, if the application involves any significant side loading, even at this stroke, an external guide rail or a guided cylinder should be used to prevent rod bending and premature bearing wear.
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 SC160X240 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. The SC series is a tie-rod cylinder with a shorter body length than a standard ISO 15552 cylinder, so the mounting dimensions and overall length will not match. It is a direct replacement only for another AirTAC SC160 tie-rod cylinder with the same stroke, port, and mounting configuration.
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