
The AirTAC Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X175TC is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø250mm bore and 175mm stroke, PT1" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC250X175TC is a heavy-duty double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 24544 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, scaling up to a formidable 44178 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa. With a 175 mm stroke and a 50 mm diameter piston rod, this model is built for large-scale industrial automation tasks requiring immense power in a compact linear footprint.
This variant comes factory-equipped with a TC centre trunnion mount, including the TCM1 bracket, allowing the cylinder body to pivot for swinging loads. The body length A is 294 mm, and the adjustable pneumatic cushion (40 mm length) decelerates the high inertial mass smoothly, protecting the end caps during each cycle.
| Model | Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X175TC |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø250 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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. |
| ×175 | 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 the high-force pivoting actuation needed for articulated steering systems on large agricultural or construction vehicles, where the trunnion mount absorbs misalignment.
Operates heavy sluice gates or penstocks in water management facilities, using 24544 N of force at 0.5 MPa to reliably lift or lower large panels against water pressure.
Delivers the clamping force for massive industrial presses in wood or metal forming, with the TC mount allowing the cylinder to swing clear for part loading and unloading.
Select the SC250 when your application demands a push force class above 18095 N at 0.9 MPa, where the next smaller SC160 bore (18095 N) falls short. For purely linear thrust without pivoting, the basic or foot-mounted SC250 variants reduce mounting complexity. At a 175 mm stroke, the 50 mm rod is well-supported, but for strokes exceeding 300 mm on this bore, always assess side loads and consider an external guide system to prevent rod bearing wear and bending. To replace an existing unit, match these five points exactly: 250 mm bore, 175 mm stroke, PT port thread, TC centre trunnion mount, and the absence of a built-in magnet.
Quick checklist
At the standard 0.5 MPa operating pressure, the push force is 24544 N and the pull force is 23562 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force increases to 44178 N. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 5006 kgf, though operating above 1.0 MPa is not permitted.
No. The SC250X175TC is a standard double-acting cylinder and will not hold its position if air pressure is lost or the directional valve is centered. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston at the end of the stroke; it is not a locking or holding brake. For load-holding applications, you must add an external mechanical lock, rod brake, or a pilot-operated check valve.
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