
The AirTAC Airtac SCT80~100 Multi-Position Tandem Cylinder SCT80X150X30S is a genuine double-acting MULTI-POSITION (tandem) air cylinder: two piston sections of 150mm and 30mm give 4 controllable stop positions across a 180mm total travel, with a Ø80mm bore, PT3/8 ports and adjustable end cushioning.
The SCT80X150X30S is an 80 mm bore multi-position tandem cylinder that provides four defined rod positions: 0 mm (fully retracted), 30 mm, 150 mm, and the total travel of 180 mm. Each piston section delivers 2513 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, rising to 4523 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.9 MPa. The 25 mm diameter rod and PT3/8 ports handle demanding pneumatic sequences.
A built-in magnet is integrated into the piston, allowing CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to clamp directly onto the tie-rod barrel for non-contact position sensing at any of the four stops. The cylinder body has a 296 mm base length and uses a 28 mm air cushion at each end to manage end-of-stroke deceleration. This genuine AirTAC unit is ideal for sorting gates and multi-step clamping.
| Model | Airtac SCT80~100 Multi-Position Tandem Cylinder SCT80X150X30S |
|---|---|
| Series | SCT multi-position tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke 1 / Stroke 2 | 150 / 30 mm |
| Total travel | 180 mm |
| Stop positions | 4 positions |
| Acting type | Double acting (tandem, multi-position) |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| Rod thread | M20×1.5 |
| 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) | 150 mm |
| P2 (section 2) | 30 mm |
| P3 (both extended) | 180 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 | 2513 N | 2268 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 3519 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 513 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. |
|---|---|
| 80 | Bore size in mm (SCT range 32–100). |
| ×150 | Stroke 1 (section 1) in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 four distinct stops to divert packages to different conveyor lanes based on size, controlled by sensor feedback at each position.
Applies a light clamp at the 30 mm position for delicate parts, then advances to the full 180 mm stroke for high-force holding during machining.
Indexes material in two precise increments (30 mm and 150 mm) for a stamping or forming press, ensuring accurate material placement without overfeeding.
Choose the SCT80 series when a single actuator must provide four distinct stopping points, eliminating the cost and complexity of two separate cylinders with external stops. For lighter multi-position tasks, stepping down to the 63 mm bore reduces per-section force to 1559 N at 0.5 MPa. A direct replacement must match the 80 mm bore, both the 150 mm and 30 mm strokes, the PT port thread, and the integrated magnet. With a 150 mm section stroke, ensure the load is guided if side forces are present to protect the rod and bearing.
Multi-position checklist
This tandem cylinder provides four discrete mechanical stops: 0 mm (home), 30 mm (first extension), 150 mm (second extension), and 180 mm (full extension of both sections).
The replacement must be a genuine AirTAC SCT80X150X30S. It requires an 80 mm bore, exactly 150 mm and 30 mm section strokes, a built-in magnet for sensors, and PT3/8 threaded ports to ensure identical mounting and pneumatic compatibility.
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