
The AirTAC Airtac SCJ32 Standard Cylinder SCJ32X500-50 is a genuine double-acting SINGLE-ROD air cylinder with a rear-cap ADJUSTING SCREW: the stroke end is field-adjustable within a 50 mm range without swapping the cylinder. Ø32mm bore, 500mm nominal stroke, PT1/8 ports and adjustable end cushioning.
The SCJ32X500-50 is a double-acting, single-rod pneumatic cylinder with a 32 mm bore, a 500 mm nominal stroke, and a 50 mm rear adjusting screw that lets you fine-tune the stroke end position directly on the machine. Its 12 mm diameter piston rod delivers 402 N of push force and 345 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it a compact yet capable actuator for mid-length linear moves that require precise end-stop adjustment during commissioning or changeovers.
This tie-rod cylinder features an adjustable air cushion (21 mm long) for smooth deceleration and a PT1/8 port. The body length A for this SCJ model is 182 mm plus stroke, and the standard operating speed ranges from 30 to 800 mm/s. With a 50 mm adjustment range, operators can easily compensate for tooling wear or fine-tune the stopping position without dismounting the cylinder or adding external hard stops.
| Model | Airtac SCJ32 Standard Cylinder SCJ32X500-50 |
|---|---|
| Series | SCJ adjustable-stroke tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 500 mm |
| Stroke adjustment | Up to 50 mm (rear adjusting screw) |
| Acting type | Double acting (single rod) |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 1000 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SCJ (adjustable-stroke) datasheet. The rear adjusting screw sets the stroke end position; force is the same as the equivalent single-rod SC bore. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT (standard) / G.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
SCJ is single-rod, so force matches the equivalent SC bore: push uses the full bore area, pull subtracts the rod area. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure; size with a safety margin.
| SCJ | Adjustable-stroke tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×500 | Nominal (maximum) stroke length in mm. |
| -50 | Adjustable-stroke range in mm (options 10/20/30/40/50/75/100). |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Related types: SC (single rod, fixed stroke), SCD (double rod), SCT (multi-position). SCJ mounting: Basic, FA, LB, TC, TCM1. Seals: TPU standard / H = Viton / N = NBR. Thread: blank = PT, G = G thread.
During machine setup, the 50 mm adjustment screw allows technicians to precisely dial in the retract stroke end without repeatedly shimming or moving external sensors, saving hours of trial-and-error alignment.
On packaging lines, the adjustable stroke compensates for gradual wear on pusher pads or gripper fingers, maintaining consistent product placement without immediate part replacement.
In small-part assembly, the SCJ32X500-50 lets operators quickly adjust the stroke to match different component lengths during batch changeovers, eliminating the need to stock multiple fixed-stroke cylinders.
Choose the SCJ32X500-50 when you need a 500 mm stroke with the ability to dial in the exact end position within a 50 mm window. If your application demands higher force, step up to the SCJ40 series, which provides 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa from its 40 mm bore. For applications where the stroke is fixed and never needs field adjustment, the standard SC32X500 fixed-stroke cylinder is a simpler, cost-effective alternative.
At a 500 mm stroke, rod buckling and side-loading become important considerations. Ensure the load is guided externally or use a guided cylinder if significant lateral forces are present. This model is a direct replacement for any AirTAC SCJ32X500-50 with PT ports and basic mounting; for a magnet-equipped version, order SCJ32X500-50S.
Adjustable-stroke checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402 N and the pull force is 345 N (the difference is due to the 12 mm rod area). At the maximum operating pressure of 1.0 MPa, the theoretical push force reaches 804 N. Always apply a safety factor for dynamic loads.
Yes, the SCJ32X500-50 shares the same bore, port (PT1/8), and mounting dimensions as the SC32 series. The adjustable version has a slightly longer body to house the rear adjusting screw, so check the 182 mm + stroke body length against your available space.
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