
The AirTAC Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X106 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 106mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC50X106 is a double-acting tie-rod cylinder from the AirTAC SC series, delivering a push force of 982 N at 0.5 MPa and up to 1767 N at the maximum operating pressure of 1.0 MPa. With a 50 mm bore and a 106 mm stroke, this model is built for short-to-medium linear actuation tasks where a compact footprint is essential—the body length A is just 150 mm.
A 20 mm diameter piston rod and M16x1.5 rod thread provide solid mechanical connection, while the 21 mm adjustable air cushion at each end decelerates the piston smoothly to reduce end-of-stroke impact. The standard PT1/4 port thread and TPU seals suit filtered-air systems operating from -20 to +70 °C.
| Model | Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X106 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 106 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. |
| ×106 | 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 106 mm stroke and 982 N push force at 0.5 MPa are well-suited for actuating part stops, diverters, or small gates on light-duty conveyor lines.
Delivers up to 1767 N of clamping force at 1.0 MPa for holding workpieces in jigs, fixtures, or light assembly presses where a short, controlled stroke is needed.
The compact body (150 mm A-length) and tie-rod construction make it easy to mount in tight packaging machines for ejecting or sorting small cartons and products.
For applications needing slightly more force at the same pressure, stepping up to the 63 mm bore (SC63 series) provides 1559 N push at 0.5 MPa. If a lighter, more compact actuator is acceptable, the 40 mm bore delivers 628 N. When replacing an existing cylinder, match five points: 50 mm bore, 106 mm stroke, PT1/4 port thread, the specific mounting accessory (this basic model has none), and confirm whether a magnet is required—this code has no -S suffix, so no built-in magnet is present. For strokes over 300 mm on this rod size, consider an external guide to protect the rod bearing from side loads.
Quick checklist
At 0.7 MPa operating pressure, the SC50X106 produces a push force of 1374 N and a pull force of 825 N (the pull force is lower due to the area occupied by the 20 mm rod). The maximum push force at 1.0 MPa is 1767 N.
No. The SC series is a double-acting cylinder that requires continuous air pressure to maintain position. If pressure is lost or the directional valve is centered, the piston can drift. For load-holding, you must add an external rod lock, a pilot-operated check valve, or a mechanical brake.
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