
The AirTAC Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X210X210 is a genuine double-acting MULTI-POSITION (tandem) air cylinder: two piston sections of 210mm and 210mm give 3 controllable stop positions across a 420mm total travel, with a Ø63mm bore, PT1/4 ports and adjustable end cushioning.
The AirTAC SCT63X210X210 is a double-acting multi-position tandem cylinder that delivers three precise, repeatable stop positions along its 420 mm total stroke: fully retracted (0 mm), mid-extension (210 mm), and fully extended (420 mm). Each 63 mm bore piston section generates a push force of 1559 N at 0.5 MPa, scaling to 2805 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, making it suitable for diverting or sorting tasks requiring consistent intermediate positioning.
Built on a rugged tie-rod design with a 20 mm diameter piston rod and M16x1.5 rod thread, this cylinder incorporates a 28 mm adjustable air cushion in each section for smooth deceleration. The body length A is 249 mm, and the standard PT1/4 ports ensure straightforward pneumatic integration. The default TPU seals provide reliable operation in ambient temperatures from -20 to +70 °C.
| Model | Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X210X210 |
|---|---|
| Series | SCT multi-position tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke 1 / Stroke 2 | 210 / 210 mm |
| Total travel | 420 mm |
| Stop positions | 3 positions |
| Acting type | Double acting (tandem, multi-position) |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
| 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 / 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) | 210 mm |
| P2 (both extended) | 420 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 | 1559 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2182 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 318 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. |
|---|---|
| 63 | Bore size in mm (SCT range 32–100). |
| ×210 | Stroke 1 (section 1) in mm. |
| ×210 | 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 three fixed positions (0, 210, 420 mm) to direct product flow on a conveyor to a reject, rework, or accept lane with high repeatability.
Provides a partial stroke to 210 mm for a pre-forming operation and a full 420 mm stroke for final compaction, ensuring consistent part density at both stages.
Shuttles a workpiece between three distinct stations—load, process, and unload—on a linear transfer line using a single compact cylinder.
Select the SCT63X210X210 when your application needs a fixed three-position movement with a total travel of 420 mm, eliminating the complexity and cost of mounting two separate cylinders or adding external hard stops. If the 1559 N push force per section at 0.5 MPa is insufficient, stepping up to the 80 mm bore SCT80 series provides 2513 N of push force per section at the same pressure. For a direct replacement, match the 63 mm bore, both 210 mm section strokes, PT1/4 port thread, and basic mounting style.
With a section stroke of 210 mm, the rod is well-supported within standard guiding limits. However, if the load is applied with a significant side force or the cylinder is mounted horizontally with a heavy end-effector, incorporating an external guide rail is recommended to prevent rod bending and ensure long seal life.
Multi-position checklist
This model provides three distinct mechanical stop positions because both section strokes are equal at 210 mm. The rod end can be reliably positioned at 0 mm (fully retracted), 210 mm (mid-stroke), and 420 mm (fully extended).
Yes, it is a direct functional replacement for two 63 mm bore cylinders with 210 mm strokes mounted in series to achieve a three-position movement. Ensure the replacement matches the PT1/4 port thread and basic mounting. The tandem design simplifies plumbing and alignment.
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