The AirTAC Airtac SC40 Standard Cylinder SC40X380S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 380mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC40X380S is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder delivering 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (1130 N at 0.9 MPa). Its 16 mm diameter piston rod and 21 mm adjustable air cushion provide reliable deceleration for mid-stroke automation moves.
This 40 mm bore model features a built-in magnet (-S suffix), allowing CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to mount directly on the tie-rod barrel for contactless position feedback. With a 380 mm stroke, the total extended length reaches approximately 522 mm (body length A of 142 mm plus stroke), fitting compact machine frames where sensor confirmation is required.
| Model | Airtac SC40 Standard Cylinder SC40X380S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 380 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. |
| ×380 | 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 380 mm stroke pushes components off a conveyor with 628 N of force, while the built-in magnet triggers CMSG sensors to confirm full extension and retraction for reliable sorting logic.
Applies controlled clamping force to workpieces in CNC fixtures. The sensor-ready barrel enables end-of-stroke verification, preventing machine cycle start until the part is securely clamped.
Transfers cartons or trays across a 380 mm span into a sealing station. The adjustable air cushion softens the stop at both ends, reducing noise and mechanical shock in high-cycle packaging lines.
Choose the SC40 when your application needs up to 628 N at standard plant pressure. If side loads or bending moments are present on this 380 mm stroke, consider an external guide rail or a guided cylinder—long unsupported rods can deflect under off-axis force. For higher force, step up to the SC50 bore (982 N push at 0.5 MPa).
For drop-in replacement, match five points: 40 mm bore, 380 mm stroke, PT port thread, basic mounting (no bracket), and the -S magnet option. 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 provides 628 N pushing and 528 N pulling. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 1130 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 128 kgf.
Yes. The -S suffix denotes a built-in magnet, making the SC40X380S compatible with AirTAC CMSG (reed) and DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors that clamp onto the tie-rod barrel. Without the -S option, the cylinder cannot trigger external magnetic sensors.
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