The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X480 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 480mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC32X480 is a compact double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (563 N at 0.7 MPa). With a 32 mm bore and a 12 mm piston rod, this 480 mm stroke unit is well within the 1000 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore size.
The body length A measures 140 mm, giving a total extended length of approximately 620 mm. It features PT1/8 ports, an M10x1.25 rod thread, and an adjustable air cushion of 21 mm to decelerate the piston smoothly at end-of-stroke. The standard TPU seals provide reliable operation from -20 to +70 °C.
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X480 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 480 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. |
| ×480 | 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 402 N push force and 480 mm stroke reliably eject lightweight plastic or metal components from injection molds or stamping dies, fitting into compact machine frames.
Actuates a diverter gate on a narrow conveyor line. The 12 mm rod and tie-rod construction handle the repetitive cycling of sorting small cartons or pouches.
Provides a clean, oil-free linear motion for pushing test-tube racks or microplate handlers in automated laboratory workcells, operating quietly with filtered air.
Choose the SC32 bore for light clamping, sorting, and small-part transfer where the 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa is sufficient. If your load requires more force, step up to the SC40 bore, which provides 628 N at the same pressure. For this 480 mm stroke, ensure the rod is not subjected to significant side loads; if lateral forces are present, use an external linear guide or consider a guided cylinder to prevent rod bending and premature bearing wear.
For direct replacement, match these five points: 32 mm bore, 480 mm stroke, PT port thread, basic mounting (no brackets), and no magnet. This ensures the SC32X480 drops into an existing AirTAC SC footprint without modification.
Quick checklist
At 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the theoretical push force is 563 N. The pull force on the retract stroke is 345 N at 0.5 MPa. For maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 724 N.
No. The SC32X480 is a double-acting cylinder and does not lock or hold position when air pressure is exhausted or the directional valve is centered. The piston will drift. To hold a load safely without live pressure, you must add an external rod brake or a pilot-operated check valve.
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