
The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X500S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 500mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC32X500S is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (724 N at 0.9 MPa). Its 32 mm bore houses a 12 mm diameter piston rod with M10x1.25 male threads, and the 500 mm stroke reaches the maximum standard length for this bore size.
This model includes the -S suffix for a built-in magnet, allowing CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors to clamp directly onto the barrel for end-of-stroke or mid-stroke position sensing. The adjustable pneumatic cushion (21 mm) decelerates the piston smoothly at both ends, and the compact tie-rod body measures 140 mm (A dimension) plus stroke.
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X500S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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. |
| ×500 | 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 500 mm stroke and compact 32 mm bore suit pick-and-place mechanisms ejecting lightweight plastic or metal parts from injection moulding tools, with magnetic sensors confirming full extension.
Operates a narrow diverter gate on a packaging conveyor. The 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa is sufficient for small flaps, and the built-in magnet provides gate-open confirmation.
Drives a sample tray or pipette slide in laboratory automation. The clean, filtered-air operation and sensor-ready barrel support precise, repeatable linear positioning.
Choose the SC32 when your application needs up to 724 N of thrust at 0.9 MPa. If you require more force, step up to the SC40 (628 N at 0.5 MPa). At 500 mm stroke, the 12 mm rod is relatively slender—avoid side loads or pair the cylinder with an external linear guide to prevent rod bending and premature bearing wear. For replacement, match five points: 32 mm bore, 500 mm stroke, PT1/8 port thread, basic mount (no bracket), and the -S magnet option for sensor compatibility.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa the cylinder pushes with 402 N and pulls with 345 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, push force reaches 724 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 82 kgf.
Yes. The -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet around the piston, so AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors clip directly onto the barrel tie-rods to detect piston position without additional brackets.
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