The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X16 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 16mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC32X16 is a compact double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (724 N at 0.9 MPa). Its 12 mm diameter piston rod and M10x1.25 male knuckle thread suit light clamping and ejection tasks where a short 16 mm stroke is sufficient.
With a body length A of 140 mm, this cylinder stays rigid in confined spaces. The adjustable air cushion at each end (21 mm cushion length) decelerates the piston smoothly, reducing impact noise. This model ships with standard TPU seals for a -20 to +70 °C operating range and PT1/8 threaded ports.
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X16 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 16 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. |
| ×16 | 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 16 mm stroke and 402 N force at 0.5 MPa are ideal for fixturing small electronic or plastic components during assembly or laser marking.
Actuates narrow diverter gates on small conveyor lines, where a short, fast push is needed to sort lightweight items.
Applies consistent pressure for label application heads, using the adjustable cushion to prevent bounce and ensure clean adhesion.
For a slight force increase, step up to the 40 mm bore SC40 series which provides 628 N push at 0.5 MPa. The SC32X16 is a basic configuration without a magnet or mounting accessories; if you need position sensing, order the -S magnet variant and pair it with CMSG/DMSG sensors. When replacing an existing unit, match bore, stroke, PT port thread, and confirm the tie-rod body style.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa it produces 402 N extending and 345 N retracting. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the extending force rises to 724 N.
Not in this basic configuration. The model code SC32X16 does not include the -S magnet option. To use CMSG or DMSG sensors, you need the SC32X16-S variant which has a built-in magnet band on the piston.
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