Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500STC
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500STC is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 500mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke500 mm
- Port sizePT3/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM36×2
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500STC
The AirTAC SC160X500STC is a double-acting tie-rod 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 40 mm diameter piston rod and a 500 mm stroke, this model is built for heavy linear actuation tasks where substantial force and a pivoting mid-body mount are required.
This configuration includes a built-in magnet (S suffix) for direct mounting of CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, and the centre trunnion (TC) mount, supplied with the TCM1 bracket (F-SC160TC), allowing the cylinder to pivot during operation. The adjustable air cushion (29 mm) decelerates the piston smoothly at end-of-stroke, protecting the assembly from impact damage.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500STC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500STC |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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 SC160X500STC
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×500 | 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 SC160X500STC Is Used
Heavy Machinery Tilt Control
The 10053 N force at 0.5 MPa and centre trunnion pivot make this cylinder ideal for controlling the tilt angle of large hoppers, chutes, or grader blades in agricultural and construction machinery.
Automated Press Actuation
Delivering up to 18095 N of thrust, the SC160X500STC suits medium-tonnage pressing, clamping, and riveting stations, with the magnetic piston enabling precise end-of-stroke position feedback via barrel-mounted sensors.
Material Handling Diverters
Use this pivoting cylinder to actuate heavy-duty diverters or gates on conveyor lines. The 500 mm stroke provides ample travel, while the trunnion mount absorbs the arc motion of the linkage.
Is the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500STC the Right Cylinder?
Select the SC160 bore when your application requires a push force between roughly 3927 N (SC100 at 0.5 MPa) and 10053 N. If your force requirement is lower, stepping down to an SC125 bore (6136 N at 0.5 MPa) can reduce air consumption and physical size. For strokes of 500 mm, ensure the load is guided externally if any side forces are present; the 40 mm rod is robust, but an unsupported heavy load at full extension can create a bending moment on the rod bearing.
For a direct replacement, match five key points: 160 mm bore, 500 mm stroke, PT port thread, centre trunnion (TC) mounting with the TCM1 bracket, and the built-in magnet (-S) for sensor compatibility. This is a genuine AirTAC tie-rod cylinder, dimensionally shorter than an ISO 15552 profile and not interchangeable with it.
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 SC160X500STC FAQ
The theoretical push force at 0.5 MPa 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 maximum theoretical force at 1.0 MPa is 2050 kgf.
No. As a standard double-acting cylinder, the SC160X500STC will drift or drop if air pressure is exhausted or the directional valve is centered. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston at stroke end; it is not a locking or holding device. For load holding, you must add an external rod brake or a pilot-operated check valve.
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