The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X170SH is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 170mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC32X170SH is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, scaling up to 724 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa. Its 170 mm stroke is well within the 1000 mm maximum standard stroke for the 32 mm bore, making it a reliable mid-stroke actuator for industrial automation.
This model features a built-in magnet (-S suffix) for direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors, enabling precise end-of-stroke detection. The -H suffix specifies Viton (FKM) seals, shifting the operating temperature range from the standard -20 to +70 °C up to 0 to +150 °C, making it suitable for high-temperature or chemically aggressive environments. It uses a 12 mm diameter piston rod with an M10x1.25 thread and PT1/8 ports.
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X170SH |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 170 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. |
| ×170 | 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.
With Viton seals rated for 0 to 150 °C, this cylinder is ideal for actuating dampers, gates, or pushers inside autoclaves, drying ovens, and foundry equipment where standard seals would fail.
The built-in magnet allows CMSG/DMSG sensors to provide precise position feedback to a PLC, perfect for high-speed part ejection or sorting gates on a conveyor line requiring exact cycle confirmation.
Delivers a controlled 724 N clamping force at 0.9 MPa for heat-assisted pressing, laminating, or thermoforming fixtures, where consistent force and thermal resilience are both critical.
Choose the SC32 bore for light-duty pushing, clamping, or sorting applications where its 402 N force at 0.5 MPa is sufficient. If your load requires more force, stepping up to the SC40 bore provides 628 N at the same pressure. For strokes over 300 mm, consider an external guide rail to protect the 12 mm rod from side-load bending, as this is a non-guided tie-rod cylinder.
For a direct replacement, match five key attributes: 32 mm bore, 170 mm stroke, PT1/8 port thread, the built-in magnet for sensor compatibility, and the Viton seal material for high-temperature operation. This ensures drop-in compatibility with an existing AirTAC SC32X170SH unit.
Quick checklist
At the standard factory pressure of 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563 N and the pull force is 483 N. The maximum push force at the 0.9 MPa operating limit is 724 N. The theoretical force at 1.0 MPa is 82 kgf, though operation is limited to 1.0 MPa.
Yes, if the original is a 32 mm bore, 170 mm stroke, tie-rod cylinder with PT1/8 ports and a magnet. The -SH suffix confirms Viton seals for 0 to 150 °C operation, matching high-temp OEM specifications. Verify the rod thread (M10x1.25) and mounting dimensions match your fixture.
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