The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X160H is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 160mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC32X160H is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder from the AirTAC SC tie-rod series, equipped with high-temperature Viton (FKM) seals that shift the operating range to 0–150 °C. With a 32 mm bore and 160 mm stroke, it delivers a push force of 402 N at 0.5 MPa and 724 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, driven by a 12 mm diameter piston rod with an M10x1.25 rod thread.
This model features an adjustable air cushion (21 mm cushion length) at both ends to decelerate the piston smoothly. The body length A is 140 mm, giving a total extended length of approximately 300 mm. PT1/8 ports supply the filtered air, and the cylinder is suited for hot or aggressive environments where standard TPU seals would degrade.
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X160H |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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. |
| ×160 | 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.
Viton seals allow the SC32X160H to operate reliably in autoclave loading, drying ovens, or engine test cells where ambient temperatures reach 150 °C.
The 160 mm stroke and 724 N max push force suit ejector pins or gate mechanisms on injection moulding tools running at elevated mould temperatures.
Compact 32 mm bore with chemical-resistant Viton seals handles aggressive fumes or cleaning agents in automated lab sampling and dosing systems.
For applications requiring slightly more force, consider stepping up to the SC40 bore, which provides 628 N push at 0.5 MPa. If a lower force with the same 160 mm stroke is acceptable, the SC32 remains a compact choice. The 32 mm bore's standard stroke limit is 1000 mm, so this 160 mm unit is well within standard range.
When replacing an existing cylinder, match five points: bore (32 mm), stroke (160 mm), port thread (PT1/8), mounting accessory (basic, no bracket), and magnet option (none). The SC is a tie-rod cylinder and is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa (approx. 5 bar), the cylinder pushes with 402 N and pulls with 345 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force rises to 724 N. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 82 kgf.
No. The SC32X160H is a double-acting cylinder and does not lock or hold position when pressure is exhausted or the directional valve is centred. The piston will drift or drop. For load holding without live pressure, add a pilot-operated check valve or an external rod brake.
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