
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X50 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 50mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC160X50 is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering substantial force in a compact 50 mm stroke. At 0.5 MPa it provides 10053 N push and 9425 N pull, scaling to 18095 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure.
This model features a 40 mm diameter piston rod with M36x2 threads and PT3/4 ports. The tie-rod construction includes an adjustable air cushion (29 mm length) to decelerate the 160 mm bore piston smoothly, and the standard TPU seals suit operating temperatures from -20 to +70 °C.
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X50 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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. |
| ×50 | 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 short-stroke clamping and pressing fixtures with 10 kN force at 0.5 MPa, ideal for holding workpieces during welding or assembly.
Deploys a robust stop pin or diverter gate on heavy-duty conveyor lines, using the 50 mm stroke for quick, repeatable positioning of pallets.
Provides a powerful, controlled ejection stroke in metal stamping dies, leveraging the adjustable cushion to manage impact at the end of the 50 mm travel.
For applications needing slightly less force in a similar footprint, the 125 mm bore SC125 series offers 6136 N push at 0.5 MPa. If 50 mm stroke is insufficient, the SC160 supports standard strokes up to 1500 mm. When replacing an existing cylinder, match five points: 160 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, PT3/4 port thread, basic (no bracket) mounting, and confirm whether a magnet (-S) is required for sensors.
Quick checklist
At 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the SC160X50 produces a theoretical push force of 14074 N. The maximum force at 0.9 MPa is 18095 N. Always apply a safety factor for dynamic loads.
Yes, you would order model SC160X50TC, which includes the centre trunnion and TCM1 bracket. The basic SC160X50 model has no mounting accessories; you can add the TC mount or foot (LB), flange (FA/FB), or clevis (CA/CB) brackets separately using the F-SC160 accessory series.
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