Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160
The AirTAC Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160 is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 / VDMA 24562 profile-barrel air cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 160mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. Its standardized mounting interface makes it a drop-in replacement for other ISO 15552 cylinders in automation lines.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizePT1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 30 mm
About the Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160
The AirTAC SE50AX160 is a double-acting, single-rod ISO 15552 profile cylinder featuring a 50 mm bore and 160 mm stroke. It delivers a robust 982 N push force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for moderate-duty industrial actuation. The square extruded aluminum barrel omits external tie rods, yielding a compact, corrosion-resistant body that mounts flush against machinery frames while keeping the standardized ISO 15552 footprint for seamless retrofitting.
This specific SKU is configured with a SUS420J2 stainless steel rod (option A) for enhanced resistance to corrosion and washdown environments. The unit relies on a PT1/4 port and a 20 mm rod with an M16x1.5 thread. Field-adjustable pneumatic cushioning at both ends allows technicians to tune end-of-stroke deceleration via a set screw, softening hard impacts at operating speeds up to 800 mm/s. Note that this base configuration ships without a sensor magnet.
Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160 |
|---|---|
| Series | SE ISO 15552 profile cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| 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 (0–150 °C with FKM seals) |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 30 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1200 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SE series datasheet and ISO 15552 / VDMA 24562 dimensions. Confirm against the product label before installation. Port options: PT (standard) / G (BSPP).
Theoretical Output Force (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 200 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160
| SE | ISO 15552 / VDMA 24562 profile-barrel double-acting cylinder. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSE / DMSE sensor sensing. |
Rod material: carbon steel (blank) / SUS420J2 (A) / SUS304 (B). Seals: TPU (blank) / FKM high-temp (H) / NBR (N). Thread: PT (blank) / G. Mounting: Basic, LB, FA, FB, CA, CB, CR, TC, FTC, TCM1, TCM2. Related SE-family variants: SED (double rod), SEJ (adjustable stroke), BSE (rod lock), BSED (double-rod rod lock).
Where the Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160 Is Used
Flow Wrapper End-Seal Jaws
Drives the mechanical linkage on horizontal flow wrappers, using the 982 N push force to cleanly cut and seal packaging film at high cyclic rates.
Lab Washdown Station Actuator
Leverages the SUS420J2 stainless steel rod to withstand moisture and cleaning chemicals when indexing test tube racks into a decontamination chamber.
CNC Lathe Bar Feeder
Pushes raw bar stock through the spindle collet, utilizing the 160 mm stroke and adjustable end cushions to prevent hard mechanical stops from damaging the feeder carriage.
Is the Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160 the Right Cylinder?
Stepping down to a 40 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 628 N, while moving up to a 63 mm bore increases it to 1559 N, giving you clear boundaries for resizing if your load requirements shift. Because this is a standard double-acting cylinder, it will not hold a load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the piston will drift. For position holding without live pressure, consider the BSE rod-lock variant. At 160 mm stroke, side-load stress on the rod bearing is moderate, but for heavy offset loads, an external guide is recommended to prevent premature seal wear. To replace an existing unit, match the 50 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, PT1/4 port, and mounting accessory.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for CMSE/DMSE sensors?
- ✓ Side load — consider a guided cylinder
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Adjust end cushion screws for smooth stops.
- check Use correct mounting accessory (LB/FA/FB/CA/CB/CR/TC/FTC/TCM1/TCM2).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac SE50 Standard Cylinder SE50AX160 FAQ
The SE50AX160 generates 982 N of push force and 825 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 1374 N. The maximum operating pressure is 1.0 MPa, where it achieves a maximum push force of 200 kgf.
Yes. The SE50AX160 is dimensionally interchangeable per ISO 15552 / VDMA 24562 standards. You can drop it in as a replacement for other ISO 15552 profile cylinders, provided your mounting hardware and PT1/4 pneumatic ports align. Note that this specific SKU lacks a sensor magnet, so if your application requires position feedback, you will need a variant with the -S option for CMSE or DMSE switches.
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