
The AirTAC Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X130S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø250mm bore and 130mm stroke, PT1" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC250X130S is a heavy-duty double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering a substantial 24544 N push force at 0.5 MPa (44178 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure). This model features a 130 mm stroke and a 50 mm diameter piston rod with M42x2 male knuckle threads, making it suitable for high-force clamping, pressing, and lifting tasks.
A built-in magnet (-S suffix) is factory-installed, allowing direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors along the barrel for reliable end-of-stroke or mid-stroke position feedback. The cylinder uses adjustable air cushioning (40 mm cushion length) to decelerate the piston smoothly, and operates on standard filtered air with PT1 inch ports. Its body length A is 294 mm, resulting in a compact extended length of 424 mm.
| Model | Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X130S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø250 mm |
| Stroke | 130 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1" |
| Rod thread | M42×2 |
| 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 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 40 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 | 24544 N | 23562 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 34361 N | — |
| Max (approx.) | 5006 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. |
|---|---|
| 250 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×130 | 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.
Provides up to 44 kN of force at 0.9 MPa for operating forming dies, punch presses, and heavy assembly fixtures where consistent, high clamping pressure is critical.
The 130 mm stroke and 50 mm rigid rod handle vertical lifting of loaded pallets in material handling stations, with magnetic sensors confirming lift completion.
Ideal for welding and fabrication jigs requiring robust, repetitive clamping of large steel sections, with sensor feedback integrated into automated weld sequences.
Select the SC250 when your application requires forces in the 24.5 kN class at standard plant pressure. If your load is lighter, stepping down to the SC200 bore reduces push force to 15708 N at 0.5 MPa, saving space and air consumption. For strokes of 300 mm or more, always assess side-loading on the 50 mm rod—external linear guides or a guided cylinder configuration are recommended to prevent rod bending and premature bearing wear.
For a drop-in replacement, match five key attributes: 250 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, PT1 inch pneumatic ports, the built-in magnet for sensor compatibility, and the basic (no bracket) mounting style. This SC model is a tie-rod cylinder with a shorter envelope than an ISO 15552 profile, so dimensional interchangeability is limited to another AirTAC SC250 of the same configuration.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa (approx. 73 psi), the cylinder delivers a push force of 24544 N and a pull force of 23562 N. The maximum operating pressure of 1.0 MPa yields a theoretical push force of 5006 kgf. Always factor in a safety margin for dynamic loads.
Yes. The -S suffix in the model code SC250X130S indicates a built-in magnetic piston band. This allows you to clamp compatible AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors directly onto the tie-rod barrel without any additional mounting brackets.
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