
The AirTAC Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X600TC is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø250mm bore and 600mm stroke, PT1" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC250X600TC is a large-bore double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering substantial push force of 24544 N at 0.5 MPa and up to 44178 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa. With a 50 mm diameter piston rod and a 600 mm stroke, this model is built for heavy-duty industrial tasks requiring high force over a moderate travel distance.
This configuration includes a centre trunnion mount (TC), supplied with the TCM1 bracket (F-SC250TC), allowing the cylinder to pivot during operation. The tie-rod construction houses a 40 mm adjustable air cushion at each end to decelerate the massive piston, and the PT1 inch port supplies the necessary flow for the 30-500 mm/s speed range typical of this ISO 6430 class cylinder.
| Model | Airtac SC200-250 Tie-Rod Cylinder Aluminum Alloy SC250X600TC |
|---|---|
| Series | SC big-bore tie-rod cylinder (ISO 6430 class) |
| Bore size | Ø250 mm |
| Stroke | 600 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. |
| ×600 | 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 44178 N of force for clamping and forming in large stamping presses, where the centre trunnion mount allows the cylinder body to align with the press mechanism.
Operates large industrial dampers and high-torque butterfly valves, using the pivoting TC mount to follow the valve stem's arc and the high force to overcome system back-pressure.
Powers the tilt mechanism on heavy-duty bin tippers and hoppers, with the trunnion mount absorbing the pivoting motion and the 50 mm rod handling the bending moment from the load.
Select the SC250 when your application demands forces in the 24000-44000 N range. For a step down in force, the SC200 bore provides 15708 N at 0.5 MPa, while this 250 mm bore is the largest in the SC family. The 600 mm stroke is well within the 1500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore.
To ensure a direct replacement, match five key points: the 250 mm bore, 600 mm stroke, PT1 inch port thread, centre trunnion (TC) mounting, and the absence of a magnet. For this 600 mm stroke, ensure the load is guided externally if side forces are present; the 50 mm rod is robust, but long unsupported strokes under side load can cause rod bearing wear and bending.
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 reaches 44178 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 5006 kgf.
No, the SC250X600TC is a double-acting cylinder and will drift or drop if pressure is lost or the directional valve is centered. For load holding without live pressure, you must add an external rod lock, a mechanical brake, or a pilot-operated check valve in the circuit.
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