
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X650 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 650mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC160X650 is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder from the AirTAC SC tie-rod series, delivering a substantial push force of 10053 N at 0.5 MPa (18095 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure). With a 160 mm bore and a 650 mm stroke, this model handles heavy linear actuation tasks while remaining shorter in overall length than an equivalent ISO 15552 cylinder.
Built with a 40 mm diameter piston rod and PT3/4 ports, the cylinder features a 29 mm adjustable air cushion at each end to decelerate the piston smoothly. The body length A is 239 mm, giving a total extended length of approximately 889 mm. Standard TPU seals provide an operating temperature range of -20 to +70 °C.
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X650 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 650 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. |
| ×650 | 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.
The 10053 N push force at 0.5 MPa makes the SC160X650 ideal for lifting, tilting, or transferring heavy pallets and steel components in industrial material handling systems.
Deploy this cylinder in large-scale agricultural equipment for functions like chute positioning, gate control on silos, or actuating heavy folding mechanisms on tillage tools.
With 18095 N of force available at 0.9 MPa, the SC160X650 provides the high clamping pressure needed for heavy-duty welding fixtures, forming presses, and industrial compactors.
For applications requiring slightly less force, the SC125 bore offers 6136 N push at 0.5 MPa. If higher force is needed, stepping up to the SC200 bore provides 15708 N at the same pressure. At a 650 mm stroke, the 40 mm rod is robust, but any significant side loading should be managed with an external guide or linear bearing to protect the rod bearing and piston seals from premature wear.
When replacing an existing cylinder, match five key points: 160 mm bore, 650 mm stroke, PT3/4 port thread, the specific mounting accessory (this basic model has none, but confirm if your application uses LB, FA, FB, CA, CB, or TC mounts), and the magnet option (this model has no built-in magnet).
Quick checklist
At the standard 0.5 MPa operating pressure, 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 reaches 18095 N. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 2050 kgf.
No. The SC160X650 is a standard double-acting cylinder and will drift or drop if air pressure is lost or the directional valve is centered. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston at the end of stroke; it does not lock or hold the load. For load holding, you must add an external rod brake, a mechanical lock, or a pilot-operated check valve.
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