Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X400CA
The AirTAC Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X400CA is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 400mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke400 mm
- Port sizePT1/2
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X400CA
The AirTAC SC100X400CA is a double-acting single-rod pneumatic cylinder with a 100 mm bore and 400 mm stroke, factory-assembled with a rear single clevis (CA) mount for pivoting applications. At 0.5 MPa it delivers 3927 N push and 3681 N pull, and at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa the extending force reaches 7068 N, placing it firmly in the heavy-duty handling class.
This model uses a 25 mm diameter piston rod with M20x1.5 male threads and PT1/2 port connections. The adjustable air cushion at each end (29 mm cushion length) decelerates the piston smoothly, and the tie-rod construction keeps the overall body length compact at 188 mm plus stroke. The 400 mm stroke is well within the 1500 mm maximum standard stroke for bore 100, making it a readily available configuration.
Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X400CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X400CA |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 400 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 SC100X400CA
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×400 | 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 SC100X400CA Is Used
Dump Trailer Gate Actuation
The rear clevis mount lets the cylinder pivot as it opens and closes a heavy tailgate or hopper door on agricultural trailers, using the 3927 N push force at 0.5 MPa to move bulk material reliably.
Balers & Compactors
Provides the high 7068 N thrust at 0.9 MPa needed to compress recyclable materials in a baler. The clevis mounting allows the cylinder to swing through the compaction arc without binding.
Heavy-Duty Clamping Fixtures
Delivers consistent 3927 N clamping force for large weldments or structural assemblies. The pivoting CA mount lets the cylinder retract clear of the workpiece for easy loading and unloading.
Is the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X400CA the Right Cylinder?
Select the SC100 bore when the application needs roughly 3900 N of push force at standard 0.5 MPa shop air; if the load is lighter and a smaller footprint is preferred, step down to the SC80 bore (2513 N at 0.5 MPa). For strokes of 400 mm, especially with the pivoting CA clevis mount, verify that side loads are minimal—long unsupported rods can bend under lateral force. If the load is guided externally, this cylinder will perform reliably; otherwise consider adding an external guide or switching to a guided cylinder.
To replace an existing cylinder, match five points exactly: 100 mm bore, 400 mm stroke, PT1/2 ports, rear single clevis mounting (F-SC100CA), and the absence of a magnet. The SC is a tie-rod cylinder and 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 SC100X400CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa the push force is 3927 N and the pull force is 3681 N. 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 CA suffix means this model is supplied with a rear single clevis (part code F-SC100CA) that bolts to the cap end. It allows the cylinder body to pivot, which is essential when the load travels through an arc. Ensure the clevis pin is installed parallel to the pivot axis.
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