
The AirTAC Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT32X160X75S is a genuine double-acting MULTI-POSITION (tandem) air cylinder: two piston sections of 160mm and 75mm give 4 controllable stop positions across a 235mm total travel, with a Ø32mm bore, PT1/8 ports and adjustable end cushioning.
The AirTAC SCT32X160X75S is a double-acting multi-position tandem cylinder that delivers four discrete rod stops from its two piston sections: 0 mm (fully retracted), 75 mm, 160 mm, and 235 mm (total travel). With a 12 mm rod and M10x1.25 rod thread, it provides a per-section push force of 402 N at 0.5 MPa, scaling to 724 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa.
A built-in magnet (the -S suffix) allows CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to clamp directly onto the tie-rod barrel for end-of-stroke or intermediate position sensing. The cylinder uses PT1/8 ports and features an adjustable pneumatic cushion with a 21 mm cushion length, ensuring smooth deceleration at each stop without requiring external shock absorbers.
| Model | Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT32X160X75S |
|---|---|
| Series | SCT multi-position tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke 1 / Stroke 2 | 160 / 75 mm |
| Total travel | 235 mm |
| Stop positions | 4 positions |
| Acting type | Double acting (tandem, multi-position) |
| 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 / section | Up to 500 mm standard |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SCT (multi-position) datasheet. SCT is available in bores 32–100; each of the two sections has a 500 mm max standard stroke (800 mm max). Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT (standard) / G.
| Position | Rod extension |
|---|---|
| P0 (retracted) | 0 mm |
| P1 (section 1) | 160 mm |
| P2 (section 2) | 75 mm |
| P3 (both extended) | 235 mm |
Positions are set by pressurising section 1, section 2, or both. With equal strokes you get 3 distinct positions; with unequal strokes you get 4.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
Force is per actuated piston section (single-piston, same as the SC bore): push uses the full bore area, pull subtracts the rod area. Size with a safety margin.
| SCT | Multi-position (tandem) tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (SCT range 32–100). |
| ×160 | Stroke 1 (section 1) in mm. |
| ×75 | Stroke 2 (section 2) in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Related types: SC (single rod), SCD (double rod), SCJ (adjustable stroke). SCT mounting: Basic, FA, FB, CA, CB, LB. Seals: TPU standard / H = Viton / N = NBR. Thread: blank = PT, G = G thread.
Actuates a diverter gate to four distinct positions—fully closed, partially open at 75 mm, wide open at 160 mm, and full bypass at 235 mm—directing product flow to three separate lanes.
Provides three controlled pressing depths plus a retracted home position for inserting components at different heights, using the 75 mm, 160 mm, and 235 mm stops for precise, repeatable insertion.
Pushes parts onto a conveyor at two different advance distances (75 mm and 160 mm) to create staggered rows, with the full 235 mm extension clearing the lane for maintenance.
Selecting an SCT32X160X75S means choosing a single compact unit over two separate cylinders and external hard stops to achieve four positions. The 32 mm bore is ideal for light sorting and diverting tasks; if your application demands more force, stepping up to the 40 mm bore provides 628 N of push per section at 0.5 MPa. For replacement, match the bore, both strokes (160 mm and 75 mm), the PT port thread, and the integrated magnet (-S) to maintain sensor compatibility. Since the combined stroke exceeds 300 mm, ensure the load is guided or supported to prevent rod bending and side-load wear.
Multi-position checklist
This tandem cylinder provides four discrete rod positions: 0 mm (fully retracted), 75 mm (section 2 extended), 160 mm (section 1 extended), and 235 mm (both sections extended, total travel). The positions are fixed by the two stroke lengths and are not infinitely adjustable.
The SCT combines two piston sections on a single common rod, which saves space, reduces mounting complexity, and guarantees coaxial alignment between the two strokes. You get four fixed mechanical stops without needing external brackets, couplers, or additional flow controls that two separate cylinders would require.
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