Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X720S
The AirTAC Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X720S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 720mm stroke, PT3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke720 mm
- Port sizePT3/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM36×2
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X720S
The AirTAC SC160X720S is a double-acting single-rod tie-rod cylinder delivering 10053 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (18095 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure). Its 40 mm diameter chrome-plated rod and 29 mm adjustable air cushion manage deceleration of heavy payloads across a 720 mm stroke, making it a robust choice for industrial linear motion.
The built-in magnet (suffix -S) allows CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors to clamp directly onto the barrel for non-contact position sensing. With a body length A of 239 mm and G3/4 port threads, this 160 mm bore cylinder operates on filtered air from 0.15 to 1.0 MPa.
Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X720S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X720S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 720 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 SC160X720S
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×720 | 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 SC160X720S Is Used
Heavy Pallet Lifting
Provides the high thrust needed to raise and lower loaded pallets in material handling stations, with sensor feedback for precise lift height control.
Press-Fit Assembly
Delivers up to 18095 N of force at 0.9 MPa for pressing bearings, bushings, or pins into housings, with adjustable cushioning to soften the impact at stroke end.
Logistics Diverting
Pushes heavy cartons or totes off a main conveyor line. The built-in magnet enables end-of-stroke confirmation to prevent jams in high-throughput systems.
Is the Airtac AIRTAC SC125-160 Standard Cylinder SC160X720S the Right Cylinder?
This 160 mm bore sits in the high-force class. If 10053 N at 0.5 MPa exceeds the requirement, stepping down to a 125 mm bore (6136 N at 0.5 MPa) can reduce air consumption and physical size. For strokes of this length, ensure the load is guided externally or use a guided cylinder to protect the 40 mm rod from bending under side forces.
For a direct replacement, match five points: 160 mm bore, 720 mm stroke, PT port thread, the built-in magnet (-S), and the basic mounting style. This model does not include a mounting bracket; order accessories like FA, FB, CA, CB, or TC trunnion (F-SC160TC) separately if needed.
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 SC160X720S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 10053 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 18095 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 2050 kgf.
No, the SC160X720S is a double-acting cylinder and will drift or drop if pressure is exhausted. To hold a load or position without live pressure, you must add an external rod brake, a mechanical lock, or a pilot-operated check valve in the circuit.
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