Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X460
The AirTAC Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X460 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 460mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke460 mm
- Port sizePT1/2
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X460
The SC100X460 is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder with a 100 mm bore and 460 mm stroke, built in AirTAC's proven tie-rod design. At 0.5 MPa it generates 3927 N extending and 3681 N retracting, while at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa the push force reaches 7068 N, placing it in a high-force class for demanding linear actuation.
This model uses a 25 mm diameter piston rod with M20×1.5 male threads and PT1/2 ports. The 29 mm adjustable air cushion at each end decelerates the piston smoothly, and the body length A is 188 mm. The 460 mm stroke is well within the 1500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore, making it a standard catalog item.
Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X460 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X460 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 460 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 SC100X460
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×460 | 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 SC100X460 Is Used
Pallet Transfer
Pushes or pulls loaded pallets weighing several hundred kilograms across roller conveyors in distribution centres, using the 3927 N force at 0.5 MPa.
Clamping & Fixturing
Applies high clamping force to hold large weldments or castings during machining, with the 29 mm cushion protecting the fixture from impact at end of stroke.
Grain Gate Actuation
Operates heavy slide gates on silos or hoppers, providing the 7068 N maximum thrust needed to shear through compacted bulk material.
Is the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X460 the Right Cylinder?
Choose the SC100X460 when your application needs roughly 4000 N of push force at standard plant pressure. If you can accept a smaller envelope, stepping down to the SC80 bore reduces push force to 2513 N at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the SC125 bore increases it to 6136 N. At 460 mm stroke, the 25 mm rod is robust, but if the load applies any side force or the cylinder is mounted horizontally with a heavy end-of-arm tool, add an external linear guide or switch to a guided cylinder to protect the rod bearing from bending moments.
For replacement, match five points: 100 mm bore, 460 mm stroke, PT1/2 port thread, the specific mounting accessory (if any), and whether a magnet is needed for sensors. This basic model has no magnet, TPU seals, and PT threads.
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 SC100X460 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa the theoretical push force is 3927 N and the pull force is 3681 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, push force reaches 7068 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 801 kgf.
No. The SC100X460 is a double-acting cylinder and will drift or drop if supply pressure is lost or the directional valve is centred. To hold a load safely without live pressure, you must add a pilot-operated check valve, a mechanical lock, or an external rod brake.
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