The AirTAC SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X560STC is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 560mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The AirTAC SC50X560STC is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder delivering 982 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and up to 1767 N at 0.9 MPa, making it a strong mid-range actuator for industrial linear motion. This model features a 20 mm diameter piston rod with M16x1.5 threads, a 21 mm adjustable air cushion at each end, and a 560 mm stroke that suits medium-reach pushing, lifting, and clamping tasks.
Configured with a built-in magnet (-S) for direct mounting of CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors and a centre trunnion (TC) mount that allows the cylinder to pivot during operation, this unit ships with the TCM1 trunnion bracket. The PT1/4 ports and TPU seals handle standard filtered air from -20 to +70 °C, and the 150 mm body length A keeps the overall extended length compact at 710 mm.
| Model | Airtac SC50 Standard Cylinder SC50X560STC |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 560 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. |
| ×560 | 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 560 mm stroke and centre trunnion mount let this cylinder pivot to divert packages or components between conveyor lanes, with sensor confirmation of each full stroke via the built-in magnet.
Delivers 1767 N of clamping force at 0.9 MPa to hold workpieces securely during robotic welding, with the adjustable air cushion softening end-of-stroke impact for consistent part positioning.
Operates a sliding gate on a bulk material hopper. The trunnion mount absorbs misalignment as the gate cycles, and the 982 N push at 0.5 MPa easily moves granular material loads.
For applications needing more force, the SC63 bore steps up to 1559 N push at 0.5 MPa, while the SC40 offers 628 N if a smaller footprint is required. At a 560 mm stroke, the 20 mm rod is well-supported, but any side load demands an external linear guide or a guided cylinder to prevent rod bending and premature bearing wear.
When replacing an existing cylinder, match five points exactly: 50 mm bore, 560 mm stroke, PT1/4 port thread, centre trunnion mount (F-SC50TC), and the built-in magnet for sensor compatibility. The SC series is a tie-rod design and is not dimensionally interchangeable with ISO 15552 profile cylinders.
Quick checklist
At the standard operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, this cylinder produces 1374 N of push force on the piston and 825 N of pull force on the rod side. The maximum push force at 0.9 MPa is 1767 N.
No. The SC50X560STC is a double-acting cylinder that requires continuous air pressure to maintain position. If pressure is lost or the directional valve is centred, the piston will drift. For load holding without pressure, add a pilot-operated check valve or an external rod lock.
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