Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X6
The AirTAC Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X6 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 6mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke6 mm
- Port sizePT1/2
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X6
The AirTAC SC100X6 is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder built for applications requiring a large 100 mm bore but a very short 6 mm linear stroke. At 0.5 MPa it already delivers 3927 N of push force, rising to 7068 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, making it a compact powerhouse for clamping, pressing, or ejection tasks.
This model uses a 25 mm diameter piston rod with M20x1.5 male threads and PT1/2 ports. The body length A is 188 mm, giving a compact total extended length of approximately 194 mm. It features an adjustable pneumatic cushion (29 mm length) to decelerate the piston at end of travel and operates on 40 µm filtered air within -20 to +70 °C.
Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X6 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X6 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 6 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 SC100X6
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×6 | 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 SC100X6 Is Used
Heavy Clamping & Pressing
The 3927 N force at 0.5 MPa makes this ideal for pneumatic toggle clamps, stamping fixtures, and short-stroke press tools where a large bore fits in a compact axial space.
Short-Stroke Ejection
Use the 6 mm stroke for ejecting heavy parts from injection molds or die-casting tools, where the high force overcomes sticking but travel must be minimal to protect tooling.
Diverter & Gate Actuation
In material handling, the SC100X6 can actuate heavy diverters or stop gates on conveyors, providing the necessary push force to move large packages with a very short, fast cycle.
Is the Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X6 the Right Cylinder?
Choose the SC100 bore when your application needs around 3900 N of force at standard plant pressure; stepping down to an SC80 bore halves the force to about 2513 N at 0.5 MPa, while moving up to an SC125 provides roughly 6136 N. The 6 mm stroke is a standard offering and suits precision short-travel positioning.
For replacement, match five points: 100 mm bore, 6 mm stroke, PT port thread, basic (no bracket) mounting, and no magnet. If your existing cylinder has a different mount or a built-in magnet, select the corresponding suffix code (e.g., SC100X6-S for magnet, SC100X6-TC for centre trunnion).
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 SC100X6 FAQ
The theoretical push force is 3927 N at 0.5 MPa, 5497 N at 0.7 MPa, and 7068 N at 0.9 MPa (max operating pressure). Pull force at 0.5 MPa is 3681 N. The maximum theoretical force at 1.0 MPa is 801 kgf.
No. The SC100X6 is a double-acting cylinder that requires continuous air pressure to maintain position. If pressure is lost or the directional valve is centred, the piston will drift. For load holding without pressure, you must add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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