Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X550S
The AirTAC Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X550S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 550mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke550 mm
- Port sizePT1/2
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X550S
The SC100X550S is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering 3927 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (7068 N at 0.9 MPa). Its 100 mm bore and 550 mm stroke suit medium-to-heavy linear actuation tasks where a long working travel is required.
This model includes a built-in magnet (-S suffix), allowing CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors to clamp directly onto the tie-rod barrel for precise, non-contact position sensing. The rod diameter is 25 mm with an M20x1.5 thread, and the adjustable air cushion (29 mm length) decelerates the piston smoothly at end-of-stroke.
Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X550S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X550S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 550 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 SC100X550S
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×550 | 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 SC100X550S Is Used
Conveyor Diverters
The 550 mm stroke and 3927 N push force at 0.5 MPa reliably actuates heavy product diverters and transfer gates on wide conveyor lines.
Press Feeding Systems
Delivers consistent, long-travel linear motion for feeding large sheets or blanks into stamping presses, with sensor feedback from the built-in magnet.
Pallet Handling
Provides the force and stroke to push or position heavy pallets in automated logistics systems, with the -S magnet enabling end-of-stroke confirmation.
Is the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X550S the Right Cylinder?
Choose the SC100 bore when your application needs roughly 3927 N of push force at standard plant pressure. If you can step down to 80 mm bore (2513 N at 0.5 MPa), the SC80 series reduces air consumption and physical size. For strokes of 550 mm, ensure the 25 mm rod is adequately supported against side loads; consider an external linear guide or a guided cylinder if the load is not purely axial, as long unsupported rods are susceptible to bending under lateral force. When replacing, match five points: 100 mm bore, 550 mm stroke, PT1/2 port thread, basic mounting (no bracket), and the -S magnet for sensor compatibility.
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 SC100X550S FAQ
At 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the theoretical push force is 5497 N. The maximum operating force at 0.9 MPa is 7068 N, and the theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 801 kgf.
Yes. The -S suffix in SC100X550S designates a built-in magnet on the piston. AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors clamp directly onto the cylinder's tie-rod barrel to detect piston position.
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