Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500TC
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500TC 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 SC160X500TC
The SC160X500TC is a large-bore double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering substantial force for heavy industrial automation. At 0.5 MPa it generates 10053 N pushing and 9425 N pulling, rising to 18095 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa — a force class suited to pressing, clamping, and lifting multi-tonne loads.
This model features a 160 mm bore with a 40 mm diameter piston rod and PT3/4 port threads. The 500 mm stroke is well within the 1500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore. It is configured with a centre trunnion (TC) mount, including the TCM1 bracket, allowing the cylinder to pivot and absorb misalignment in swinging applications. The adjustable air cushion (29 mm length) decelerates the piston smoothly at end-of-stroke.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500TC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500TC |
|---|---|
| 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 SC160X500TC
| 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 SC160X500TC Is Used
Heavy Press & Forming
Provides up to 18095 N of push force at 0.9 MPa for stamping, riveting, and die-casting ejection, where a robust tie-rod cylinder with a 40 mm rod is essential.
Material Handling Gates
Operates heavy diverter gates and chutes on mining or aggregate conveyors. The TC centre trunnion mount allows the cylinder to swing as the gate pivots.
Large Component Clamping
Clamps large weldments or structural beams in fabrication jigs. The adjustable cushion protects the fixture from impact shock during high-speed cycling.
Is the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X500TC the Right Cylinder?
Choose the SC160 when your application requires force in the 10000-18000 N range at standard plant air pressures. If your load is lighter, stepping down to an SC125 bore reduces push force to 6136 N at 0.5 MPa, saving space and air consumption. For heavier demands, the SC200 bore provides 15708 N at the same pressure.
This 500 mm stroke model uses a centre trunnion mount (F-SC160TC) for pivoting motion. For strokes of 300 mm or more, always check side-load conditions: the 40 mm rod can bend under high lateral forces. Use an external guide rail or a guided cylinder if the load is not perfectly aligned axially. For direct replacement, match bore (160), stroke (500), PT port thread, TC mount, and ensure the magnet option (-S) is present only if your existing cylinder has sensors.
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 SC160X500TC 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 increases to 18095 N.
No. The SC series is a tie-rod cylinder and is shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder, so it is not dimensionally interchangeable. It replaces another AirTAC SC160 tie-rod cylinder or equivalent with matching 160 mm bore, 500 mm stroke, PT3/4 ports, and centre trunnion mount.
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