
The AirTAC Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X20S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø250mm bore and 20mm stroke, PT1" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC250X20S is a double-acting single-rod pneumatic cylinder delivering 24544 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (44178 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure). With a 250 mm bore and a short 20 mm stroke, it is built for applications that need immense clamping or pressing power within a very compact linear travel.
This model includes the -S suffix, meaning a built-in magnet is fitted on the piston. You can mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed or solid-state sensors directly onto the tie-rod barrel for non-contact position feedback. The rod is 50 mm diameter with an M42x2 knuckle thread, and the total extended body length is approximately 314 mm (A=294 mm + 20 mm stroke). Ports are PT1".
| Model | Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X20S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø250 mm |
| Stroke | 20 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. |
| ×20 | 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.
Generates up to 44178 N at 0.9 MPa to lock welding fixtures or assembly jigs with a brief 20 mm stroke, ensuring zero part movement during fabrication.
Delivers controlled, high-force insertion for bearings or bushings. The built-in magnet (-S) allows sensor confirmation of full extension at the critical 20 mm depth.
Pushes heavy components off a conveyor line with a fast 20 mm punch. The 50 mm rod withstands the impact, and the adjustable air cushion softens the end-of-stroke shock.
Choose the SC250 bore when your application demands over 24000 N of force at standard plant pressure. If your load is lighter, stepping down to the SC200 bore (15708 N push at 0.5 MPa) can reduce air consumption and footprint. For a 20 mm stroke, the SC250X20S is a standard-stroke model (max standard stroke for bore 250 is 1500 mm).
When replacing an existing cylinder, match five points: 250 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, PT1" ports, the built-in magnet (-S), and the basic (no bracket) mounting style. The SC is a tie-rod cylinder and is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
Quick checklist
At 0.7 MPa supply pressure, the push force on the extension stroke is 34361 N. The pull force on retraction is 23562 N, due to the 50 mm rod reducing the effective piston area.
Yes. The -S suffix in the model code indicates a built-in magnet. You can clamp AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors directly onto the tie-rod barrel to detect piston position without additional brackets.
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