Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X600FA
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X600FA is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 600mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke600 mm
- Port sizePT3/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM36×2
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X600FA
The AirTAC SC160X600FA is a robust double-acting tie-rod cylinder with a 160 mm bore and 600 mm stroke, pre-assembled with a front rectangular flange (FA) for rigid panel mounting. At 0.5 MPa air pressure it generates 10053 N of push force, making it a workhorse for heavy pressing, clamping, and lifting fixtures.
This model uses a 40 mm diameter piston rod with M36x2 male threads and PT3/4 port connections. The 29 mm adjustable air cushion at each end decelerates the high-inertia load smoothly, while the standard TPU seals provide reliable service from -20 to +70 °C. Total body length A is 239 mm, giving an extended length of approximately 839 mm.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X600FA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X600FA |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 600 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 SC160X600FA
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×600 | 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 SC160X600FA Is Used
Heavy-Duty Press Frames
The 10053 N push force at 0.5 MPa powers shop-built pneumatic presses for bearing insertion, riveting, and forming, with the FA flange bolting directly to the press head plate.
Pallet Lift & Transfer
Lifts and transfers heavy pallets or engine blocks between conveyor lines. The 600 mm stroke provides the vertical reach, and the front flange mount secures the cylinder to the lift carriage.
Timber Frame Clamping
Used in large-scale woodworking fixtures to clamp laminated beams during curing. The adjustable cushion handles the high kinetic energy of the large clamp plate at the end of the 600 mm stroke.
Is the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X600FA the Right Cylinder?
Select the SC160 bore when your application needs over 10 kN of push force at standard shop air. If your load requires less force, the SC125 bore provides 6136 N at 0.5 MPa and may reduce air consumption. For strokes of 600 mm, always check for side loads on the 40 mm rod; an external linear guide or a guided cylinder is recommended to prevent rod bending and premature bearing wear.
To replace an existing cylinder, match five key points: 160 mm bore, 600 mm stroke, PT3/4 port thread, the FA front flange mounting accessory (part F-SC160FA), and the absence of a magnet. This is a tie-rod cylinder, not an ISO 15552 profile, so verify body length A (239 mm) against the space envelope.
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 SC160X600FA FAQ
At the standard operating pressure of 0.5 MPa, the push force is 10053 N and the pull force on the retract stroke is 9425 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force increases to 18095 N. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 2050 kgf.
No. The AirTAC SC series is a tie-rod cylinder and has a shorter overall body length than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder of the same bore and stroke. The body length A for the SC160 is 239 mm. It is a direct dimensional match only for another AirTAC SC160 tie-rod cylinder with the same stroke, port thread, and FA front flange mounting.
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