Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60
The AirTAC Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60 is a genuine double-acting MULTI-POSITION (tandem) air cylinder: two piston sections of 60mm and 60mm give 3 controllable stop positions across a 120mm total travel, with a Ø63mm bore, PT1/4 ports and adjustable end cushioning.
- BoreØ63 mm
- Stroke 160 mm
- Stroke 260 mm
- Total travel120 mm
- Positions3 stops
- Port sizePT1/4
About the Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60
The AirTAC SCT63X60X60 is a double-acting multi-position cylinder that delivers three fixed rod positions—fully retracted (0 mm), 60 mm, and the full 120 mm total travel—by pressurising its two tandem piston sections independently or together. Each 63 mm bore section generates 1559 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, rising to 2805 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa, making it a robust choice for mid-range sorting and diverting tasks.
This tie-rod cylinder uses a 20 mm diameter rod with an M16x1.5 thread and PT1/4 ports. An adjustable air cushion (28 mm length) at each end decelerates the load smoothly, protecting the end caps during high-cycle operation. The body length A(SCT) is 249 mm, providing a compact footprint for a tandem unit with two 60 mm stroke sections.
Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60 |
|---|---|
| Series | SCT multi-position tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke 1 / Stroke 2 | 60 / 60 mm |
| Total travel | 120 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.
Stop Positions (3)
| Position | Rod extension |
|---|---|
| P0 (retracted) | 0 mm |
| P1 (section 1) | 60 mm |
| P2 (both extended) | 120 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø63mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60
| SCT | Multi-position (tandem) tie-rod cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 63 | Bore size in mm (SCT range 32–100). |
| ×60 | Stroke 1 (section 1) in mm. |
| ×60 | 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.
Where the Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60 Is Used
Three-Way Part Sorting
Use the three discrete positions (0, 60, 120 mm) to direct parts into separate chutes or conveyors. The fixed stops ensure consistent alignment without over-travel.
Two-Depth Stamping
Achieve two distinct pressing depths in a single cycle. The 60 mm and 120 mm stops can correspond to a pre-form and final-form stroke in light metal or plastic forming.
Multi-Stop Feeding
Index a workpiece carrier to three stations on an assembly line. The 1559 N push force per section reliably moves moderate payloads between fixed positions.
Is the Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60 the Right Cylinder?
Choose the SCT63X60X60 when your process needs three precise, repeatable stop points without the complexity of servo controls or multiple single-rod cylinders. If the 1559 N per-section push force is more than required, stepping down to the 50 mm bore SCT50X60X60 reduces per-section push to 982 N at 0.5 MPa. For a direct replacement, match the 63 mm bore, both 60 mm stroke sections, PT port thread, and basic mounting style exactly.
When either stroke section reaches 300 mm or beyond, consider the rod's slenderness ratio. For this 60 mm stroke model, side-loading is typically minimal, but always align the load axially and use external guides if any radial force is present to prevent premature rod bearing wear.
Multi-position checklist
- ✓ Need 3 repeatable stops?
- ✓ Section strokes 60 + 60 mm suit your layout?
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/NPT/G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Plumb the two sections to the correct valves for each stop.
- check Adjust end cushion screws for smooth stops.
- check Use SCT mounting accessory (FA / FB / CA / CB / LB).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac SCT32-63 Multi-Position Tandem Air Cylinder SCT63X60X60 FAQ
It provides three distinct rod positions because both stroke sections are equal at 60 mm. The positions are 0 mm (fully retracted), 60 mm (one section extended), and 120 mm (both sections extended, total travel).
Yes, if your application requires only the three fixed stops (0, 60, 120 mm). The SCT tandem design eliminates the need to synchronise two separate cylinders and their mountings, saving space and simplifying plumbing. Ensure the replacement matches the 63 mm bore, PT1/4 ports, and basic mounting.
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