
The AirTAC Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X20H is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 20mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC100X20H is a short-stroke, high-force double-acting cylinder from the AirTAC SC tie-rod series, configured with high-temperature Viton (FKM) seals. With a 100 mm bore, it delivers a substantial 3927 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, making it ideal for compact clamping, ejecting, or pressing operations in hot environments.
This model's 20 mm stroke, combined with the 188 mm body length, results in a very rigid assembly. The Viton seals shift the operating temperature range to 0 to +150 °C, ensuring reliable performance in autoclaves, foundries, or engine test cells where standard seals would degrade.
| Model | Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X20H |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 20 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.
| 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.
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | 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.
Short-stroke, high-force clamping of parts in a welding jig or heat-treating fixture, where ambient temperatures exceed 70 °C.
Ejecting small castings from a hot mold, leveraging the 3927 N force at low pressure in a dusty, high-temperature foundry environment.
Operating a valve or mechanism inside a sterilization autoclave, where the 0-150 °C rating of the Viton seals is mandatory for process compliance.
For applications needing even higher force in the same compact stroke, stepping up to the SC125 bore provides 6136 N at 0.5 MPa. If a longer stroke is required but the high-temperature capability is still critical, the SC100 series can be ordered with strokes up to 1500 mm. Ensure the 1/2 inch PT port is correctly matched to your existing fittings.
Quick checklist
At the maximum standard operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, the SC100 cylinder generates 5497 N of push force. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 801 kgf.
No, the SC100X20H is a standard double-acting cylinder and will not hold its position if air pressure is exhausted or the directional valve is centered. For load holding, you must add an external rod brake, a mechanical lock, or a pilot-operated check valve.
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