Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X500FA
The AirTAC Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X500FA is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 500mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke500 mm
- Port sizePT1/2
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X500FA
The AirTAC SC100X500FA is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering 3927 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and up to 7068 N at 0.9 MPa. Its 100 mm bore and 500 mm stroke suit medium-to-heavy linear actuation tasks where a rigid front flange mounting is required. The tie-rod construction keeps the overall length compact at 688 mm (body length A of 188 mm plus 500 mm stroke).
This model is factory-configured with an FA front rectangular flange (accessory F-SC100FA), bolting directly to a panel or machine face via the rod-end cap. The 25 mm diameter piston rod with M20x1.5 thread provides strong push and pull capability, while the 29 mm adjustable air cushion at each end decelerates the load smoothly. Operating on filtered air from 0.15 to 1.0 MPa, it uses standard PT1/2 ports and TPU seals for a -20 to +70 °C working range.
Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X500FA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X500FA |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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 SC100X500FA
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×500 | 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 SC100X500FA Is Used
Press & Clamp Fixtures
The 3927 N force at 0.5 MPa and FA front flange mount make this cylinder ideal for direct-mount clamping and pressing fixtures on assembly lines.
Conveyor Diverters
With a 500 mm stroke, it provides the reach needed for heavy-duty diverter gates and product sortation arms on wide conveyor systems.
Material Forming
Delivering up to 7068 N at 0.9 MPa, this cylinder suits light forming, bending, or punching operations where a rigid front-flange mount is required.
Is the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X500FA the Right Cylinder?
Select the SC100 bore when your application needs between 3927 N (push at 0.5 MPa) and 7068 N (push at 0.9 MPa). If your force requirement is lower, stepping down to an SC80 bore provides 2513 N at 0.5 MPa in a lighter package. For higher forces, the SC125 bore offers 6136 N at the same 0.5 MPa pressure. This 500 mm stroke is within the standard 1500 mm maximum for the 100 mm bore.
For a stroke of this length, avoid applying side loads directly to the rod; bending moments can damage the rod bearing and seals. Use an external linear guide or a guided cylinder variant to absorb transverse forces. When replacing an existing unit, match five points: 100 mm bore, 500 mm stroke, PT1/2 port thread, FA front flange mounting, and the absence of a magnet (-S).
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 SC100X500FA FAQ
At the standard 0.5 MPa operating pressure, the push force is 3927 N and the pull force (retraction) is 3681 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force increases to 7068 N. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 801 kgf.
No. The AirTAC SC series is a tie-rod cylinder and is physically shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so mounting dimensions and body length are not interchangeable. It is a direct replacement only for another AirTAC SC100 cylinder with matching bore, stroke, PT1/2 ports, and FA front flange mount.
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