Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240TC
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240TC 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 SC160X240TC
The SC160X240TC is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder from the AirTAC SC tie-rod series, combining a 160 mm bore with a 240 mm stroke. It generates a substantial push force of 10053 N at 0.5 MPa and reaches 18095 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, driven by a 40 mm diameter piston rod.
This model is configured with a centre trunnion (TC) mount, supplied with the TCM1 bracket (order code F-SC160TC), allowing the cylinder body to pivot during operation. The adjustable air cushion (29 mm length) decelerates the piston smoothly at both ends, and the PT3/4 port threads ensure straightforward pneumatic connections.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240TC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240TC |
|---|---|
| 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 SC160X240TC
| 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 SC160X240TC Is Used
Agricultural Equipment Actuation
Operates heavy lifting arms and chute controls on harvesters and spreaders, where the centre trunnion mount accommodates the pivoting motion of the linkage.
Baler and Compactor Rams
Provides the high compaction force needed in recycling balers for cardboard, plastics, or agricultural silage, with the trunnion absorbing the dynamic load shifts.
Pivoting Conveyor Gates
Actuates heavy diverter gates on mining or aggregate conveyors, using the TC mount to swing the cylinder body as the gate opens and closes.
Is the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X240TC the Right Cylinder?
Select the SC160 for heavy-duty linear tasks requiring over 10000 N of force at standard shop air. If your force requirement is slightly lower, the SC125 bore offers 6136 N at 0.5 MPa in a lighter package. For strokes of 240 mm and above, always assess side-load conditions; an external guide rail or guided cylinder is recommended to protect the 40 mm rod and rod bearing from bending moments.
To ensure a direct replacement, match five key points: 160 mm bore, 240 mm stroke, PT3/4 port thread, centre trunnion (TC) mounting with the TCM1 bracket, and the standard non-magnetic piston. This cylinder is a tie-rod design and is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
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 SC160X240TC FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, it delivers 10053 N pushing and 9425 N pulling. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the pushing force increases to 18095 N.
No. The AirTAC SC series is a tie-rod cylinder with a shorter body length than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore and stroke. It will only directly replace another SC series cylinder with matching bore, stroke, PT ports, and TC mount.
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