
The AirTAC Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X175SH is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 175mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC50X175SH is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering 982 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (1374 N at 0.7 MPa) from a 50 mm bore. With a 175 mm stroke, this tie-rod design is shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder, making it a good fit where space is limited. The 20 mm diameter piston rod and PT1/4 ports handle typical industrial air supplies, while the adjustable air cushion at each end decelerates the piston smoothly over 21 mm.
This model includes a built-in magnet (-S suffix) for direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors on the barrel, eliminating external brackets. The H suffix specifies Viton (FKM) seals, extending the operating temperature range to 0–150 °C—ideal for hot environments like drying ovens or foundry equipment where standard TPU seals would degrade.
| Model | Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X175SH |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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. |
| ×175 | 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.
With Viton seals rated for 0–150°C, this cylinder is suited for hot presses, autoclaves, or drying lines where standard seals would fail.
The built-in magnet allows CMSG/DMSG sensors to confirm clamp position in automated welding or assembly fixtures without external flags.
Provides 982 N of push force for diverting or lifting medium-weight packages on conveyor systems, with sensor feedback for precise timing.
Choose the SC50 when your application needs around 980 N of force at standard plant pressure. If you need more force, step up to the SC63 bore (1559 N at 0.5 MPa); for a lighter, more compact solution, the SC40 offers 628 N. For this 175 mm stroke, rod bearing load is moderate, but always align the load axially to avoid side-load bending. To replace an existing cylinder, match five points: 50 mm bore, 175 mm stroke, PT1/4 port thread, the -S magnet option for sensors, and Viton seal material. The SC is a tie-rod cylinder and will not directly interchange with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa (5 bar), the push force is 982 N and pull force is 825 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, push force reaches 1767 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 200 kgf.
No. The SC50X175SH is a double-acting cylinder and will not hold position when pressure is exhausted or the valve is centered. The piston will drift or drop. For load holding, use a pilot-operated check valve or external rod lock.
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