
The AirTAC Airtac SC80 Standard Cylinder SC80X12.5 is a genuine double-acting standard air cylinder with a Ø80mm bore and 13mm stroke, PT3/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. It is used for push, pull, lift and clamp motion in industrial automation.
The SC80X12.5 is a compact-stroke variant in the AirTAC SC tie-rod cylinder family, providing a powerful 2513 N of push force at 0.5 MPa from its 80 mm bore. With a 12.5 mm stroke, this double-acting cylinder is ideal for precise clamping, ejecting, or short-travel positioning tasks where space is tight and a strong, immediate pneumatic response is required.
This model features a 25 mm diameter piston rod with M20x1.5 threads and PT3/8 ports. The short 12.5 mm stroke is a non-standard, made-to-order length for the SC80 bore, which typically starts at 25 mm standard strokes. Its adjustable air cushion (28 mm length) effectively decelerates the piston, protecting the end caps during high-cycle, short-throw operations.
| Model | Airtac SC80 Standard Cylinder SC80X12.5 |
|---|---|
| Series | SC standard tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke | 13 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| Rod thread | M20×1.5 |
| 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, 28 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1500 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 | 2513 N | 2268 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 3519 N | — |
| Max (approx.) | 513 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. |
|---|---|
| 80 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×13 | 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 2513 N push force at 0.5 MPa makes this short-stroke cylinder perfect for heavy-duty workpiece clamping in machining centers or welding fixtures, where a compact actuator must deliver immediate, high holding pressure.
With its 12.5 mm stroke, the SC80X12.5 excels in part-ejection systems on stamping or injection molding lines, providing a powerful, repeatable push to separate finished components from dies or molds.
Use this cylinder to actuate diverter gates on conveyor systems. Its high force ensures reliable gate movement even with heavy product accumulation, while the short stroke enables fast cycle times for sorting applications.
For applications needing slightly less force in a smaller footprint, the 63 mm bore SC63 series provides 1559 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. If your load requires a longer standard stroke, the SC80 bore supports standard strokes up to 1500 mm. This short-stroke unit is a direct replacement for an existing AirTAC SC80X12.5 tie-rod cylinder; ensure the replacement matches the 80 mm bore, 12.5 mm stroke, PT3/8 port thread, and basic mounting configuration.
Quick checklist
At the standard operating pressure of 0.5 MPa, the SC80X12.5 generates 2513 N of push force on extension and 2268 N of pull force on retraction. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, the push force increases to 4523 N.
No, a 12.5 mm stroke is a non-standard, made-to-order length for the SC80 bore. The standard stroke range for the SC80 begins at 25 mm. This custom stroke is manufactured to your specification and is not typically available as an off-the-shelf stock item.
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