The AirTAC Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X970S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 970mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC32X970S is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (724 N at 0.9 MPa). Its 970 mm stroke approaches the 1000 mm maximum standard stroke for the 32 mm bore, making it a long-reach solution for material transfer or sorting gates. The 12 mm piston rod and 21 mm adjustable air cushion manage end-of-stroke deceleration smoothly.
A built-in magnet (suffix -S) allows CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors to clamp directly onto the tie-rod barrel for non-contact position sensing. The cylinder uses PT1/8 ports and an M10x1.25 rod thread, operating on filtered air from 0.15 to 1.0 MPa. With a body length A of 140 mm, the total extended length is approximately 1110 mm.
| Model | Airtac SC32 Standard Cylinder SC32X970S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 970 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. |
| ×970 | 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.
Moves lightweight components across a 970 mm span on packaging or assembly conveyors, with sensor feedback confirming full extension and retraction.
Operates a diverter gate or flipper in material handling lines. The adjustable cushion reduces impact noise at the end of the long stroke.
Provides horizontal or vertical linear motion in compact automation cells where a 32 mm bore fits tight spaces and magnetic sensors sequence the movement.
For applications needing slightly more force, the 40 mm bore SC40 series provides 628 N at 0.5 MPa. If 402 N is sufficient but a shorter stroke is acceptable, a standard 800 mm or 900 mm stroke reduces lead time. At 970 mm, the rod is long relative to its 12 mm diameter—use an external guide or a guided cylinder if side loads are present, as unsupported long rods are vulnerable to bending.
To replace an existing unit, match five points: 32 mm bore, 970 mm stroke, PT1/8 port thread, the basic mounting configuration, and the -S magnet option for sensor compatibility. The SC is a tie-rod cylinder and is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa the cylinder pushes with 402 N and pulls with 345 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 1.0 MPa, the theoretical push force reaches 804 N (82 kgf). The maximum rated operating push force at 0.9 MPa is 724 N.
No. The AirTAC SC series is a tie-rod cylinder with a shorter body length than an ISO 15552 cylinder. It is not dimensionally interchangeable. Replace only with another AirTAC SC32 tie-rod cylinder matching the 970 mm stroke, PT ports, and -S magnet option.
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