
The AirTAC Airtac SCJ40 Standard Cylinder SCJ40X250-20S is a genuine double-acting SINGLE-ROD air cylinder with a rear-cap ADJUSTING SCREW: the stroke end is field-adjustable within a 20 mm range without swapping the cylinder. Ø40mm bore, 250mm nominal stroke, PT1/4 ports and adjustable end cushioning.
The SCJ40X250-20S is a double-acting, single-rod pneumatic cylinder with a field-adjustable stroke end, providing a 20 mm adjustment range via a rear-cap screw. With a 40 mm bore and 16 mm rod, it delivers 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it a robust mid-range actuator for tasks requiring on-machine fine-tuning.
This model includes a built-in magnet (-S suffix), allowing direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors along the tie-rod barrel for reliable end-of-stroke detection. The body length A(SCJ) is 185 mm, and the standard PT1/4 port and M12x1.25 rod thread ensure straightforward integration into common pneumatic circuits.
| Model | Airtac SCJ40 Standard Cylinder SCJ40X250-20S |
|---|---|
| Series | SCJ adjustable-stroke tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 250 mm |
| Stroke adjustment | Up to 20 mm (rear adjusting screw) |
| Acting type | Double acting (single rod) |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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 1200 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 | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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. |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | Nominal (maximum) stroke length in mm. |
| -20 | 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.
Fine-tune the 250 mm stroke end position by up to 20 mm during initial machine setup, eliminating the need to shim or reposition the cylinder body to achieve perfect alignment.
Quickly adjust the stop position for different product sizes on a packaging line. The 20 mm range allows operators to adapt to new formats without replacing the cylinder or mechanical stops.
Compensate for wear on tooling or grippers over time. The rear adjusting screw can be advanced to take up slack, maintaining consistent clamp or press depth without reprogramming.
Select the SCJ40X250-20S when your application needs a 250 mm stroke with the ability to trim the end position by up to 20 mm for commissioning or format changes. If you need more force, step up to the 50 mm bore SCJ50 series, which provides 982 N of push at 0.5 MPa. For a fixed, non-adjustable stroke, the standard SC40 cylinder is a simpler alternative.
For a direct replacement, match the 40 mm bore, 250 mm nominal stroke, 20 mm adjustment range, PT1/4 port, basic mounting, and the -S magnet option. At this stroke length, ensure the rod is supported against side loads; if lateral forces are present, consider adding an external linear guide or switching to a guided cylinder.
Adjustable-stroke checklist
At the standard operating pressure of 0.5 MPa, this cylinder provides 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force. The maximum push force at 0.9 MPa is 1130 N. The rear adjusting screw changes only the stroke end position, not the cylinder's force output.
Yes, the SCJ40X250-20S can replace an SC40 with a 250 mm stroke if you need the added 20 mm adjustment range. Ensure the port size (PT1/4), mounting style, and magnet option (-S) match your current setup. The SCJ body is slightly longer to accommodate the adjusting mechanism.
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