Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160
The AirTAC Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160 is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 cylinder with an integrated spring-applied, air-released ROD LOCK. If air is cut or an E-stop is hit, the collet clamps the Ø20mm rod and holds up to 2200 N in either direction — no drift. Ø63mm bore, 160mm stroke, PT3/8 cylinder ports, G1/8 lock-release port.
- BoreØ63 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Static holding force2200 N
- Lock typeSpring-lock / air-release
- Cylinder portPT3/8
- Lock-release portG1/8
About the Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160
The AirTAC BSE63X160 is a double-acting ISO 15552 profile cylinder featuring an integrated spring-applied, air-released rod lock. It delivers a bidirectional static holding force of 2200 N with no live air required. Operating pressure is capped at 0.7 MPa, and the lock is released via a dedicated G1/8 port.
This fail-safe collet mechanism engages automatically if air is exhausted or an E-stop trips, securely holding the load in both directions. The lock is a holding device, not a dynamic brake; it must be engaged only after the rod stops and released only when piston pressures are balanced, allowing at least 0.5 s for full release. This SKU has no magnet, so position sensors are not supported.
Rod Lock — 2200 N Static Holding (Ø63mm)
A spring clamps the collet onto the rod, so the Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160 holds its position in both directions when air is lost, exhausted or an E-stop trips. Apply 0.15–0.7 MPa to the G1/8 release port to unlock. Engage the lock only after the rod has stopped (it is not a dynamic brake), and release only when the pressures on both sides of the piston are balanced. Allow at least 0.5 s for full release before moving.
Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | BSE ISO 15552 rod-lock cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Static holding force | 2200 N |
| Cylinder port | PT3/8 |
| Lock-release port | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 0.7 MPa |
| Unlocking pressure | 0.15 – 0.7 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 36 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1000 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC BSE datasheet. The lock uses the SE standard body; SE mounting accessories fit BSE except FTC. Port options: PT (standard) / G (BSPP); lock-release port is G1/8.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø63mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 1559 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 2182 N | — |
| Max drive (@0.7 MPa) | 223 kgf | |
Drive force is separate from the 2200 N static holding force of the lock. BSE operates up to 0.7 MPa. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160
| B | Rod-lock cylinder prefix. |
|---|---|
| SE | ISO 15552 standard double-acting body. |
| 63 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSE / DMSE sensor sensing. |
Thread: PT (blank) / G. Mounting (BSE): Basic, LB, FA, FB, CA, CB, CR, TC (FTC is not available on BSE). Related: SE (no lock), BSED (double-rod rod lock). Sensors CMSE/DMSE fit magnetic BSE.
Where the Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160 Is Used
Vertical Pneumatic Lift
Secures a 160 mm vertical lift stage against gravity during an E-stop, providing 2200 N of fail-safe holding force to prevent a 222 kgf load from dropping when air pressure is lost.
Machine Tool Clamp
Holds a machining fixture rigidly in place on a CNC lathe, using the collet lock to maintain 2200 N of clamping security even if the main 0.7 MPa air supply is exhausted mid-cycle.
Pallet Stack Stopper
Acts as a stationary stop gate on a packaging conveyor, locking firmly at the end of its 160 mm stroke to hold pallets in position without consuming continuous live air.
Is the Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160 the Right Cylinder?
Verify your load does not exceed the 2200 N static holding force. If you need less holding capacity, the 50 mm bore offers 982 N push at 0.5 MPa and a 1400 N hold. If your application requires more, step up to the 80 mm bore, which provides 2513 N push at 0.5 MPa and a 3600 N hold.
Always engage the lock only after the rod has completely stopped, and ensure both sides are pressure-balanced before releasing. For replacement, match the 63 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, PT3/8 cylinder port, and mounting style. Note that standard SE mounting accessories fit this cylinder, except for FTC. Because the stroke is under 300 mm, side-load risks are lower, but proper guide alignment is still recommended.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Load to hold ≤ 2200 N?
- ✓ Fail-safe hold on air loss / E-stop needed
- ✓ Lock engaged only when stopped
- ✓ G1/8 release-air line available
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for CMSE/DMSE sensors?
Installation & Safety Notes
- check Engage the lock only after the rod has stopped — not as a dynamic brake.
- check Release only when both piston sides are pressure-balanced.
- check Allow ≥0.5 s for full release before commanding motion.
- check Feed the G1/8 release port with 0.15–0.7 MPa clean air.
- check Add safety-rated controls for man-rated / overhead loads.
- check Use SE mounting accessories (FTC excepted).
Airtac BSE Clamp Standard Cylinder BSE63X160 FAQ
The lock is spring-applied and fail-safe. If air is lost or exhausted, the internal collet clamps the 20 mm rod automatically, providing a bidirectional static holding force of 2200 N. It uses a separate G1/8 release port to unlock.
The drive force at 0.5 MPa is 1559 N push and 1402 N pull. At the 0.7 MPa ceiling, push is 2182 N with a max drive of 222 kgf. The separate static holding force of the rod lock is 2200 N.
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