
The AirTAC Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X50X150S is a genuine double-acting MULTI-POSITION (tandem) air cylinder: two piston sections of 50mm and 150mm give 4 controllable stop positions across a 200mm total travel, with a Ø63mm bore, PT1/4 ports and adjustable end cushioning.
The AirTAC SCT63X50X150S is a tandem multi-position cylinder that provides four discrete rod positions: 0 mm (fully retracted), 50 mm, 150 mm, and a total extended travel of 200 mm. This model features a built-in magnet, allowing for direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors on the tie-rod barrel for contactless position feedback. Each 63 mm bore section delivers a push force of 1559 N at 0.5 MPa, rising to 2805 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa.
With a 20 mm diameter piston rod and PT1/4 ports, this cylinder has a 28 mm adjustable pneumatic cushion at each end to absorb energy and reduce noise. The TPU seals ensure reliable operation within a standard temperature range of -20 to +70 °C. The body length A(SCT) for this configuration is 249 mm, making it a compact solution for applications requiring a defined sequence of three or four stopping points without the complexity of servo systems.
| Model | Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X50X150S |
|---|---|
| Series | SCT multi-position tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke 1 / Stroke 2 | 50 / 150 mm |
| Total travel | 200 mm |
| Stop positions | 4 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) | 50 mm |
| P2 (section 2) | 150 mm |
| P3 (both extended) | 200 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). |
| ×50 | Stroke 1 (section 1) in mm. |
| ×150 | 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.
Controls a diverter gate on a conveyor line, stopping at 0 mm (lane A), 50 mm (neutral), 150 mm (lane B), and 200 mm (lane C) to sort packages by destination.
Executes a two-stage pressing operation: a rapid advance to a 150 mm pre-press position, followed by a final pressing stroke to the 200 mm total travel, with retraction back to 0 mm.
Feeds components into a fixture in a defined sequence. The rod extends to 50 mm to push the first part, retracts to 0 mm, then extends to 150 mm and 200 mm to load subsequent parts.
Select the SCT63X50X150S when your process requires a cylinder that can reliably stop at four fixed positions—for instance, an intermediate position at 50 mm and a second at 150 mm before reaching full extension at 200 mm. This integrated tandem unit is more compact and simpler to control than using two separate 63 mm bore cylinders with external hard stops. If higher force is needed, consider stepping up to the SCT80 series, where each section provides 2513 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. For a direct replacement, ensure the alternative matches the 63 mm bore, the 50 mm and 150 mm strokes, the PT port thread, and the built-in magnet (-S suffix).
Multi-position checklist
This 4-position cylinder stops at 0 mm (fully retracted), 50 mm, 150 mm, and 200 mm (total travel). The positions are achieved by pressurizing the first section, the second section, or both sections simultaneously.
Yes, if your application requires the specific 50 mm and 150 mm stroke lengths. The SCT63X50X150S integrates both strokes into one tandem body, saving space and simplifying pneumatic circuitry. Ensure the replacement has the same -S magnet option and PT port thread for full compatibility.
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