The AirTAC Airtac SC40 Standard Cylinder SC40X160S 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 SC40X160S is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (1130 N at 0.9 MPa). With a 40 mm bore, 16 mm piston rod, and 160 mm stroke, it suits medium-force clamping, pressing, and material-transfer operations that benefit from end-of-stroke sensing.
This model includes the -S suffix, meaning a built-in magnet is fitted on the piston. It allows CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors to be clamped directly onto the tie-rod barrel for non-contact position feedback. The adjustable air cushion at each end decelerates the 16 mm rod smoothly, and the body length A is 142 mm.
| Model | Airtac SC40 Standard Cylinder SC40X160S |
|---|---|
| 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.
The built-in magnet enables direct mounting of CMSG/DMSG sensors for confirming clamp closure or part ejection in automated assembly cells.
With 1130 N of force at 0.9 MPa, this cylinder handles light bushing insertion and component pressing in benchtop fixtures.
Used in packaging lines to divert cartons or trays, where the sensor confirms the gate position before the next cycle starts.
For a 40 mm bore at 0.5 MPa, push force is 628 N. If your load is lighter, stepping down to a 32 mm bore (402 N) may reduce air consumption. For heavier loads, the 50 mm bore provides 982 N. Always match the replacement cylinder on five points: bore, stroke, port thread (PT), mounting accessory, and magnet option (-S).
At 160 mm stroke, the SC40X160S rod is well-supported for axial loads. If the application introduces side forces, add an external guide or switch to a guided cylinder to protect the rod bearing and seals from premature wear.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa it delivers 628 N; at 0.7 MPa it reaches 879 N; and at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa it produces 1130 N. The theoretical force at 1.0 MPa is 128 kgf.
Yes. The -S suffix indicates a factory-installed magnet, so AirTAC CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors clamp onto the tie-rod barrel without additional brackets or modifications.
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