The AirTAC SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X500S is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 500mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC50X500S is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder with a 50 mm bore and 500 mm stroke, delivering a push force of 982 N at 0.5 MPa (1767 N at 0.9 MPa). Its 20 mm diameter piston rod and 21 mm adjustable air cushion provide reliable deceleration for mid-stroke automation tasks.
This model includes a built-in magnet (-S suffix), allowing direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and solid-state sensors on the tie-rod barrel for non-contact position sensing. The standard PT1/4 port and TPU seals suit filtered-air systems operating from -20 to +70 °C.
| Model | Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X500S |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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. |
| ×500 | 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.
Actuates diverter gates on packaging conveyors, where the 500 mm stroke provides ample reach and the built-in magnet enables precise end-of-stroke confirmation.
Applies 1767 N of clamping force at 0.9 MPa for CNC woodworking or light metal fabrication jigs, with sensor feedback ensuring the part is secured before machining.
Pushes boxes onto pallets in low-ceiling logistics cells. The tie-rod construction allows easy sensor repositioning along the barrel for multi-size box recipes.
For higher force, step up to the 63 mm bore SC63 series, which offers 1559 N push at 0.5 MPa. If space is tight, the 40 mm bore provides 628 N. At 500 mm stroke, the 20 mm rod is robust, but avoid direct side loads—use an external linear guide if the load is not purely axial. When replacing, match bore (50 mm), stroke (500 mm), PT1/4 port, built-in magnet sensor compatibility, and tie-rod mounting dimensions.
Quick checklist
At the standard 0.5 MPa operating pressure, 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.
Yes. The -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet in the piston, so AirTAC CMSG (reed) or DMSG/EMSG (solid-state) sensors clip directly onto the cylinder's tie-rod barrel for end-of-stroke or mid-stroke position sensing.
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