The AirTAC Airtac SC40 Standard Cylinder SC40X160CA is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 160mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC40X160CA is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and up to 1130 N at 0.9 MPa, making it a capable mid-range actuator for industrial tasks. Its 16 mm diameter piston rod and 21 mm adjustable air cushion provide smooth deceleration over the 160 mm stroke, while the rear single clevis mount (CA) allows the cylinder body to pivot during operation.
This model features a PT1/4 port and standard TPU seals rated for -20 to +70 °C. The CA mounting style, using accessory F-SC40CA, is ideal for applications where the cylinder must swing through an arc, accommodating angular misalignment without binding the rod.
| Model | Airtac SC40 Standard Cylinder SC40X160CA |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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 1200 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 | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (approx.) | 128 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. |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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.
Operates chutes, gates, and diverters on harvesters or planters where the rear clevis mount allows the cylinder to follow a pivoting linkage.
Pushes packages or materials off a main conveyor line onto a spur. The 160 mm stroke provides ample reach, and the clevis mount simplifies installation on swinging arms.
Applies consistent clamping force to workpieces in welding or assembly jigs. The adjustable cushion reduces impact and vibration at the end of the stroke, protecting the fixture.
Choose the SC40X160CA when your application requires a pivoting mount and around 600 N of force. If your load demands more power, stepping up to the 50 mm bore provides 982 N at the same 0.5 MPa pressure. For lighter, more compact needs, the 32 mm bore offers 402 N.
For replacement, ensure a match on all five critical points: 40 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, PT1/4 port thread, rear single clevis (CA) mounting, and the absence of a magnet. This is a tie-rod cylinder, not an ISO 15552 profile, so dimensional interchangeability is limited to other AirTAC SC series units.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 628 N and the pull force is 528 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force increases to 1130 N. These values are based on the 40 mm bore and 16 mm rod diameter.
The CA suffix designates a rear single clevis mount, which is intended for pivoting applications. If you need a rigid, fixed mount, consider a basic (no mount code), foot-mounted (LB), or flange-mounted (FA/FB) version of the SC40 cylinder instead.
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