Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X580
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X580 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 580mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke580 mm
- Port sizePT3/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM36×2
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X580
The AirTAC SC160X580 is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering substantial force for heavy-duty linear applications. With a 160 mm bore, it generates 10053 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and up to 18095 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, making it a workhorse for pressing, clamping, and lifting tasks.
This model features a 580 mm stroke, well within the 1500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore. The 40 mm diameter piston rod and 29 mm adjustable air cushion at each end ensure robust guidance and smooth deceleration, even under high inertial loads. The body length A is 239 mm, and the standard port is PT3/4.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X580 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X580 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 580 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 SC160X580
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×580 | 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 SC160X580 Is Used
Heavy Press & Forming
The 18095 N maximum thrust at 0.9 MPa makes the SC160X580 ideal for hydraulic-press alternatives in light forming, riveting, or die-casting ejection, where consistent force and a 580 mm stroke are needed.
Pallet & Container Lifting
With a push force exceeding 1 tonne at 0.5 MPa, this cylinder reliably lifts and positions heavy pallets, containers, or machinery components on assembly and logistics lines.
Large-Scale Clamping
Use the SC160X580 for powerful, repeatable clamping of large weldments, engine blocks, or structural frames in machining and fabrication fixtures, where the 29 mm cushion protects the tooling.
Is the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X580 the Right Cylinder?
Select the SC160 when your application requires force in the 10 kN range at standard plant pressure. For a step down, the SC125 bore provides 6136 N at 0.5 MPa; for a step up, the SC200 bore offers 15708 N. Ensure the 40 mm rod is adequately supported against side loads, especially at this 580 mm stroke length—consider an external guide or linear bearing system to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
For a direct replacement, match five key points: 160 mm bore, 580 mm stroke, PT3/4 port thread, basic mounting (no factory-fitted accessories), and the absence of a built-in magnet. This cylinder is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profiles; it is a tie-rod design specific to the AirTAC SC series.
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 SC160X580 FAQ
At 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the SC160 cylinder produces a theoretical push force of 14074 N. The pull force on the return stroke is 9425 N at 0.5 MPa, due to the reduced piston area on the rod side.
No. The AirTAC SC series is a tie-rod cylinder with a shorter overall body length (A=239 mm for the 160 bore) than a comparable ISO 15552 profile cylinder. The mounting dimensions, tie-rod spacing, and accessory interfaces are not interchangeable. It replaces only another AirTAC SC160 tie-rod cylinder with matching stroke and port configuration.
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