The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X480SH 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 SC32X480SH is a compact double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, scaling to 724 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa. Its 480 mm stroke, paired with a 12 mm diameter piston rod, suits medium-reach clamping and transfer tasks where space is limited.
This variant includes a built-in magnet (-S) for direct mounting of CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, and high-temperature Viton seals (-H) that shift the operating range from the standard -20–+70 °C up to 0–+150 °C. The 21 mm adjustable air cushion at each end helps decelerate the load smoothly, protecting the end caps during high-cycle operation.
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X480SH |
|---|---|
| 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 Viton seals and 0–150 °C range make this cylinder suitable for hot autoclave door actuators or steam-sterilization equipment where standard seals would degrade.
With 724 N of push force at 0.9 MPa and sensor-ready position feedback via the built-in magnet, it is ideal for automated pick-and-place units on electronics assembly lines.
The 480 mm stroke provides enough reach for diverting small packages on conveyor systems, while the adjustable cushioning protects the product from impact shock.
For applications needing more force, stepping up to the 40 mm bore SC40 series raises the push force to 628 N at 0.5 MPa. When replacing an existing cylinder, match all five key points: 32 mm bore, 480 mm stroke, PT port thread, the built-in magnet (-S), and the Viton seal material (-H) to ensure identical mechanical and thermal performance.
At 480 mm of stroke, the 12 mm rod is slender and can bend under side loads. If the load is not guided externally, consider adding a linear guide or switching to a guided cylinder to protect the rod bearing and piston seals from premature wear.
Quick checklist
At the standard 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the SC32X480SH produces 563 N of push force. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 724 N, equivalent to a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
This cylinder uses Viton (FKM) seals, rated for continuous operation from 0 to +150 °C. It is not a standard NBR or TPU sealed cylinder, so direct replacements must have the -H suffix to survive high-temperature environments.
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