
The AirTAC Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X320CA is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 320mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC50X320CA is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering 982 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (1767 N at the 0.9 MPa maximum operating pressure). Its 50 mm bore and 320 mm stroke suit medium-duty linear actuation where a rear pivot mount is required.
This model features a 20 mm diameter piston rod with M16x1.5 male threads and a 21 mm adjustable air cushion at each end. The CA suffix denotes a rear single clevis mount (F-SC50CA), allowing the cylinder body to pivot during operation. Ports are PT1/4 and the standard TPU seals provide a -20 to +70 °C operating range.
| Model | Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X320CA |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 320 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. |
| ×320 | 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 rear clevis mount allows the cylinder to pivot as it opens and closes a hopper or trailer gate, handling the 982 N push force needed to move bulk materials.
Provides consistent 1767 N clamping force at 0.9 MPa for welding jigs and assembly fixtures, with the clevis mount simplifying installation on pivoting clamp arms.
Uses the 320 mm stroke to push a diverter gate across a conveyor line. The CA mount absorbs the arc motion, preventing rod bending in this medium-speed sorting task.
Choose the SC50 when your application needs roughly 1000 N of push force at standard plant pressure. If you require more force, stepping up to the SC63 bore provides 1559 N at 0.5 MPa. For strokes of 300 mm and above, always check for side loading—a 20 mm rod extending 320 mm can experience bending stress if the load is not guided. Use an external guide rail or a guided cylinder if side forces are present.
This cylinder is a direct replacement for an existing AirTAC SC50X320CA unit. When replacing, match five points: 50 mm bore, 320 mm stroke, PT1/4 ports, the CA rear clevis mounting accessory, and the standard (non-magnetic) piston.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 982 N and the pull force is 825 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force reaches 1767 N. The theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa is 200 kgf.
No. The SC50X320CA is a double-acting cylinder and will not hold its position if air pressure is exhausted or the directional valve is centered. The adjustable air cushions only decelerate the piston at the end of stroke. For load holding, you must add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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