
The AirTAC Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X180S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø250mm bore and 180mm stroke, PT1" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC250X180S is a large-bore double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 24544 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (44178 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure). Its 50 mm diameter piston rod and 40 mm adjustable air cushion are built to handle substantial industrial loads with controlled end-of-stroke deceleration.
This 180 mm stroke model includes the factory-installed -S magnet, allowing CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors to clamp directly onto the barrel for contactless position sensing. The SC series is shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder, making it a direct replacement only for an existing AirTAC SC250 tie-rod unit with matching bore, stroke, PT ports, and magnet configuration.
| Model | Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X180S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø250 mm |
| Stroke | 180 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. |
| ×180 | 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 24544 N push force at 0.5 MPa drives large forming dies and clamping fixtures in stamping and injection molding presses, with the -S magnet confirming full extension or retraction.
Controls heavy-duty lift gates and pallet stops in high-throughput logistics centers. The adjustable cushion protects the 250 mm bore end caps during rapid cycling of heavy loads.
Applies controlled, repeatable force up to 44178 N for material fatigue and load testing. The built-in magnet enables precise mid-stroke position verification via DMSG sensors.
For applications requiring more force, the SC250 is the largest bore in the standard SC range, offering up to 44178 N at 0.9 MPa. If a smaller footprint is acceptable and your force requirement is near 1559 N at 0.5 MPa, stepping down to an SC63 reduces weight and air consumption significantly. Always match replacement cylinders on five points: 250 mm bore, 180 mm stroke, PT port thread, the -S magnet for sensor mounting, and the basic (no bracket) mounting style.
At this bore size, the 50 mm rod is robust, but for any stroke over 300 mm, external guide rails or a guided cylinder assembly are strongly recommended to protect the rod bearing from bending moments caused by side loads.
Quick checklist
At the standard 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the SC250 bore generates 34361 N of push force on the piston and 23562 N of pull force on the rod side. The maximum push force at 0.9 MPa is 44178 N.
No. The AirTAC SC series is a tie-rod cylinder and is shorter than an equivalent ISO 15552 profile cylinder. You must use the dedicated AirTAC F-SC250 series mounting accessories (e.g., F-SC250LB for foot mount, F-SC250TC for trunnion) to ensure correct fit and alignment.
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