
The AirTAC Airtac SAIJ160 Adjustable Cylinder SAIJ160BX280-30S is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 profile-barrel air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 280mm stroke, G3/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. Its standardized mounting interface makes it a drop-in replacement for other ISO 15552 cylinders in automation lines.
The AirTAC SAIJ160X280-30-S is a double-acting, single-rod ISO 15552 profile cylinder equipped with a rear mechanical stopper. It provides a nominal 280 mm stroke that can be dialed back by up to 30 mm, giving you a precise 250-280 mm usable travel window for exact end-position tuning at commissioning. Delivering 14074 N of push force at 0.7 MPa, this bore size handles heavy industrial loads with ease.
This specific configuration features a SUS304 stainless steel rod for superior corrosion resistance and includes a magnet for position sensing. The extruded aluminum barrel incorporates sensor grooves on both sides, supporting AirTAC CMSE reed and DMSE electronic solid-state switches. The rear adjuster acts solely as a travel stop to set deceleration, so it will not hold the load without live air pressure.
| Model | Airtac SAIJ160 Adjustable Cylinder SAIJ160BX280-30S |
|---|---|
| Series | SAI ISO 15552 profile cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 280 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G3/4 |
| 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, 50 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SAI series datasheet and ISO 15552 dimensions. Confirm against the product label before installation. Port options: G (BSPP) / NPT.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 10053 N | 9425 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 14074 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 2050 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| SAI | ISO 15552 profile-barrel cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×280 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Related SAI-family variants: SAID (double rod), SAIJ (adjustable stroke), SAIL (with lock), SAIF (with valve), BSAI (enclasp / clamp-lock), and SAI-S with built-in magnet. Rod material: carbon steel (blank) / SUS420J2 (A) / SUS304 (B); seals: TPU (blank) / Viton H / NBR N.
Fine-tune the 250-280 mm travel window during machine setup to precisely set the pressing depth without altering the mechanical mounting.
Quickly adjust the end-stop position on a packaging line to accommodate different product sizes, minimizing downtime between runs.
Leverage the 14074 N push force to move heavy pallets while dialing in the exact retraction point for varied load dimensions.
Select this 160 mm bore when a 100 mm bore yields insufficient force (5497 N push at 0.7 MPa) or a 200 mm bore is excessive (21991 N). The adjustable stroke is chosen over a fixed SAI cylinder when you need variable end-stops for product changeovers without swapping hardware. To replace an ISO 15552 cylinder, match the 280 mm stroke, 30 mm adjustment, PT G3/4 port, and -S magnet. Since the stroke is 280 mm, ensure external guides support the load to prevent excessive side-loading on the rod.
Mounting options include Basic, FA, LB, TC, FTC, TCM1, and TCM2. Remember that the rear adjuster and air cushions do not function as a lock; for load-holding without live air, consider an AirTAC SAIL or BSAI cylinder.
Quick checklist
At 0.7 MPa operating pressure, this 160 mm bore cylinder provides 14074 N of push force and 9425 N of pull force. It can deliver a maximum push force of 18095 N at 0.9 MPa.
The rear adjuster acts as a mechanical stop that lets you shorten the effective stroke by up to 30 mm, creating a 250-280 mm travel window. It only sets the travel end and does not lock the load without live air pressure.
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