
The AirTAC Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X73 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 73mm stroke, PT1/2 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC100X73 is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 3927 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (7068 N at 0.9 MPa). With a 100 mm bore and a compact 73 mm stroke, it provides a robust linear thrust in a relatively short package, making it ideal for clamping and pressing operations where space is limited.
This model features a 25 mm diameter piston rod with M20x1.5 male threads and PT1/2 ports. The total body length is 188 mm, and the adjustable pneumatic cushion (29 mm length) decelerates the piston smoothly at end-of-stroke. Standard TPU seals provide an operating range of -20 to +70 °C.
| Model | Airtac SC100 Standard Cylinder SC100X73 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 73 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.
| 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.
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×73 | 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.
The 3927 N force at 0.5 MPa makes the SC100X73 perfect for pneumatic toggle clamps and vise fixtures requiring high holding power in a short stroke.
Ideal for fast-acting diverter gates on conveyor lines, using the 73 mm stroke to push defective items off the belt with significant force.
Delivers a controlled 7068 N peak thrust at 0.9 MPa for pressing bearings, bushings, or pins into housings in automated assembly cells.
The SC100 bore sits in the high-force mid-range. If 3927 N at 0.5 MPa is more thrust than needed, stepping down to an 80 mm bore reduces push force to 2513 N. For strokes of this length, the standard tie-rod construction provides excellent rigidity, but always ensure the load is aligned axially with the rod to prevent side-load bending.
When replacing an existing unit, match five key points: 100 mm bore, 73 mm stroke, PT1/2 port thread, basic (no bracket) mounting, and the absence of a magnet. This ensures a direct dimensional and performance swap.
Quick checklist
At the standard operating pressure of 0.5 MPa, the push force is 3927 N. The pull force on the retract stroke is 3681 N due to the rod area. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force increases to 7068 N.
No. The AirTAC SC series is a tie-rod cylinder and is shorter in overall length than a standard ISO 15552 profile cylinder. It will not be dimensionally interchangeable. Only replace with another AirTAC SC tie-rod cylinder matching the 100 mm bore, 73 mm stroke, and PT port thread.
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