The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X1020 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 1020mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC32X1020 is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder with a 32 mm bore and a non-standard 1020 mm stroke, exceeding the standard maximum of 1000 mm for this bore size. It generates a push force of 402 N at 0.5 MPa and up to 724 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, driven by a 12 mm diameter piston rod with an M10x1.25 knuckle thread.
This model features a 21 mm adjustable air cushion at each end to decelerate the piston smoothly, reducing impact noise and vibration. The body length A is 140 mm, giving a total extended length of approximately 1160 mm. PT1/8 ports supply filtered air, and the standard TPU seals suit a temperature range of -20 to +70 °C.
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X1020 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 1020 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 21 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1000 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 | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (approx.) | 82 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. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×1020 | 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.
Operates a long-reach diverter gate on a packaging conveyor, where the 1020 mm stroke pushes lightweight cartons onto a parallel lane using 402 N of force at standard plant pressure.
Powers a material ejector on a small-part assembly station, extending a full meter to clear finished components from a fixture with controlled cushioning at both stroke ends.
Drives a vertical lift assist for light totes in a pick-and-place module, where the non-standard 1020 mm stroke reaches deep into shelving and the 345 N pull force retracts the load.
For applications requiring slightly more force, consider stepping up to the 40 mm bore SC40 series, which provides 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Because this cylinder has a stroke of 1020 mm, the 12 mm rod is susceptible to bending under side loads; always use an external guide or linear rail to absorb transverse forces and protect the rod bearing.
When replacing an existing cylinder, match five key points: 32 mm bore, 1020 mm stroke, PT1/8 port thread, basic mounting (no factory-fitted bracket), and the absence of a built-in magnet. This is a tie-rod cylinder and is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the SC32X1020 delivers 402 N extending and 345 N retracting. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 724 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 82 kgf. Actual force depends on your regulated air pressure.
For a stroke of 1020 mm on a 32 mm bore, the 12 mm rod is slender. You must guide the load externally with a linear rail or rod guide to prevent bending and premature seal wear. The cylinder's adjustable air cushion decelerates the piston but does not lock or hold the load if air pressure is lost.
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