
The AirTAC Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X100SN is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 100mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC50X100SN is a double-acting AirTAC SC tie-rod cylinder delivering 982 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (1374 N at 0.7 MPa). Its 50 mm bore and 100 mm stroke make it a compact workhorse for medium-duty clamping, pressing, and ejecting tasks. The built-in magnet allows CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors to clamp directly onto the barrel for reliable end-of-stroke detection.
This model uses NBR (nitrile) seals, suitable for standard industrial environments within a -20 to +70 °C temperature range. The 20 mm diameter piston rod and PT1/4 port thread provide robust mechanical connection and airflow. With a body length A of 150 mm, the total extended length is approximately 250 mm, fitting neatly into space-constrained machine frames.
| Model | Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X100SN |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
| 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 | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (approx.) | 200 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. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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.
Applies 1767 N of clamping force at 0.9 MPa to hold workpieces securely on CNC machining centres and welding jigs, with magnetic sensors confirming clamp/unclamp status.
Drives a high-speed pusher arm on a conveyor line to divert defective products. The 100 mm stroke provides a clean, repeatable push-off action at cycle rates up to 800 mm/s.
Delivers controlled insertion force for press-fitting bearings, bushings, or dowel pins into housings. The adjustable air cushion decelerates the rod smoothly at the end of the press stroke.
For applications needing more force, consider stepping up to the SC63 bore (1559 N push at 0.5 MPa). If space is the primary constraint, the SC40 bore (628 N push at 0.5 MPa) offers a smaller footprint. This cylinder includes a magnet (-S suffix) for sensor mounting and NBR seals (-N suffix). When replacing, match five key points: 50 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, PT1/4 port thread, the built-in magnet for sensors, and the basic (no bracket) mounting configuration. For strokes of 300 mm or longer, evaluate side-load conditions and consider an external guide or guided cylinder to protect the rod bearing from bending moments.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the cylinder provides 982 N extending (push) and 825 N retracting (pull). At 0.7 MPa, push force is 1374 N. The maximum operating force at 0.9 MPa is 1767 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 200 kgf.
Yes. The -S suffix in the model code means a magnet is built into the piston. This allows you to mount AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors directly onto the cylinder barrel's sensor groove for contactless position sensing.
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