Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S
The AirTAC Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 160mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizePT1/2
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S
The SC100X160S is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder with a 100 mm bore and 160 mm stroke, factory-equipped with a built-in magnet for direct mounting of CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. At 0.5 MPa it pushes with 3927 N and pulls with 3681 N, placing it in a high-force class suitable for pressing and clamping operations.
This model uses a 25 mm diameter piston rod with an M20x1.5 male thread and PT1/2 port. The adjustable air cushion (29 mm length) decelerates the 160 mm stroke smoothly, and the total extended body length is approximately 348 mm (body A=188 mm + stroke). The TPU seal operates from -20 to +70 °C.
Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/2 |
| Rod thread | M20×1.5 |
| 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 – 800 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 (Ø100mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3927 N | 3682 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | — |
| Max (approx.) | 801 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S Is Used
Pneumatic Press Frames
The 3927 N push force at 0.5 MPa makes this cylinder ideal for small benchtop presses, riveting stations, and clamp fixtures where consistent clamping pressure is needed.
Conveyor Stop Gates
With the built-in magnet, end-of-stroke sensing confirms the gate is fully raised or lowered, integrating easily with conveyor control logic for package routing.
Automated Welding Jigs
Delivers strong, repeatable part holding during robotic welding. The magnetic piston allows sensor feedback to verify the jig is closed before the weld cycle starts.
Is the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S the Right Cylinder?
Choose the SC100 bore when your application needs roughly 3900 N of push force at standard shop air; if you require closer to 5500 N, step up to the SC125 (6136 N at 0.5 MPa). For lighter tooling around 2500 N, the SC80 bore is a more compact alternative. The 160 mm stroke is well within the 1500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore.
When replacing an existing cylinder, match five points: 100 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, PT1/2 port thread, the built-in magnet (-S suffix), and the basic mounting style. The SC series is a tie-rod cylinder—it is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
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 SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X160S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa the cylinder produces 3927 N pushing and 3681 N pulling. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 7068 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 801 kgf.
Yes. The -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet on the piston. You can clamp AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors directly onto the barrel tie-rods to detect piston position without additional brackets.
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