
The AirTAC Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT32X300X300S is a genuine double-acting MULTI-POSITION (tandem) air cylinder: two piston sections of 300mm and 300mm give 3 controllable stop positions across a 600mm total travel, with a Ø32mm bore, PT1/8 ports and adjustable end cushioning.
The SCT32X300X300S is a double-acting multi-position tandem cylinder that delivers three precise, repeatable stop positions along its 600 mm total stroke: fully retracted (0 mm), mid-stroke (300 mm), and fully extended (600 mm). Each 32 mm bore section generates 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, driven through a 12 mm diameter piston rod, making it a compact yet robust actuator for light-duty sorting or diverting tasks.
This model includes a built-in magnet (-S suffix), allowing direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors on the tie-rod barrel for non-contact position feedback. The cylinder body has a base length of 233 mm, uses PT1/8 ports, and features an adjustable air cushion of 21 mm on each section to decelerate the load smoothly at both ends of the travel.
| Model | Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT32X300X300S |
|---|---|
| Series | SCT multi-position tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke 1 / Stroke 2 | 300 / 300 mm |
| Total travel | 600 mm |
| Stop positions | 3 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) | 300 mm |
| P2 (both extended) | 600 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). |
| ×300 | Stroke 1 (section 1) in mm. |
| ×300 | 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.
Uses the retracted, mid-stroke, and extended positions to route packages or parts to three separate conveyor lanes from a single infeed point.
Advances components to two distinct assembly stations with a single cylinder, stopping precisely at 300 mm and 600 mm for sequential operations.
Provides a controlled partial-extension stop at 300 mm for a light pre-press, followed by full 600 mm extension for the final forming or staking force.
Choose the SCT32X300X300S when your application needs three fixed mechanical stops without the complexity of servo control or external hard stops on a standard cylinder. For applications requiring higher force, stepping up to the SCT40 bore provides 628 N of push per section at the same 0.5 MPa pressure. When replacing an existing unit, match the 32 mm bore, both 300 mm section strokes, PT port thread, and the -S magnet option to ensure sensor compatibility. With a 300 mm stroke per section, ensure the rod is adequately guided if significant side loads are present to prevent bending or premature seal wear.
Multi-position checklist
Because both stroke sections are equal at 300 mm, this model provides three distinct mechanical stops: 0 mm (fully retracted), 300 mm (first section extended), and 600 mm (both sections extended for total travel).
Yes, in many cases a single SCT32X300X300S can replace two independently mounted SC32X300 cylinders to achieve three-position functionality, saving space and simplifying plumbing. Ensure the replacement matches the 32 mm bore, both 300 mm strokes, PT ports, and the -S magnet option if sensors are used.
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