Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540
The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 540mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke540 mm
- Port sizePT1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- CushionAdjustable, 21 mm
About the Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540
The SC32X540 is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder with a 32 mm bore and an extended 540 mm stroke, built on the compact AirTAC SC tie-rod platform. At 0.5 MPa it generates 402 N pushing force and 345 N pulling force, rising to 724 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure, making it a capable actuator for light automation tasks requiring a long reach.
This model uses a 12 mm diameter piston rod with an M10x1.25 rod thread and PT1/8 ports. The 540 mm stroke exceeds the standard maximum of 1000 mm for bore 32, so this is a non-standard, made-to-order configuration. The adjustable air cushion (21 mm length) helps decelerate the piston quietly at end-of-stroke, while the body length A is 140 mm, giving a total extended length of approximately 680 mm.
Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 540 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540
| SC | Standard tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×540 | 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.
Where the Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540 Is Used
Long-Reach Part Transfer
The 540 mm stroke moves lightweight components between distant conveyor stations or assembly nests where a compact cylinder body is needed.
Automated Sorting Gates
Actuates diverters or flippers in small-product sorting lines, using the full stroke to sweep parts into the correct lane.
Laboratory Sampler Actuation
Extends a probe or sampling arm deep into a test chamber, with the clean, filtered-air operation suiting sensitive environments.
Is the Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540 the Right Cylinder?
Choose the SC32 bore for light push/pull tasks up to about 724 N at full pressure. If your force requirement exceeds this, step up to the SC40 bore which provides 628 N at 0.5 MPa. For this 540 mm stroke, side-load management is critical: the 12 mm rod is slender and can bend under off-axis forces. Always guide the load externally with a linear rail or rod guide, or consider an AirTAC guided cylinder to protect the rod bearing and seals.
For replacement, match five key points: 32 mm bore, 540 mm stroke, PT1/8 port thread, basic (no bracket) mounting, and no magnet. This ensures dimensional and performance interchangeability with another AirTAC SC32 cylinder of the same configuration.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/NPT/G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Side load — consider a guided cylinder
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Adjust end cushion screws for smooth stops.
- check Use correct mounting accessory (FA/FB/CA/CB/LB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X540 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the cylinder delivers 402 N extending (push) and 345 N retracting (pull). At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 724 N.
No. The maximum standard stroke for a 32 mm bore SC cylinder is 1000 mm, but 540 mm is not a standard catalog stroke. It is a non-standard, made-to-order length, so lead times may be longer than for standard strokes like 500 mm.
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