
The AirTAC Airtac SGC Standard Cylinder SGC250X550S is a genuine double acting ISO 15552 (orig. ISO 6431) tie-rod air cylinder with a Ø250mm bore and 550mm stroke, G1 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. Its large-bore tie-rod build delivers high thrust and drops into standardized ISO 15552 mounting on heavy automation.
Delivering massive thrust for heavy industrial automation, this double-acting ISO 15552 tie-rod cylinder pushes with 24543 N and pulls with 23562 N at 0.5 MPa. Four steel tie rods clamp the aluminum barrel to the covers for extreme structural rigidity, while the two-way piston seal maintains an internal oil reservoir for continuous lubrication. Plan for roughly 14726 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which safely lifts about 1251 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin.
Because this is a Ø250 bore, TPU seals are not offered; instead, the front-cover packing and buffer gasket utilize NBR (with a Viton H high-temperature option for 0-150 C environments). The included -S piston magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG position switches. It features a Ø50 mm rod, an M42x2.0 rod-end thread, a G1 air port, and 60 mm adjustable air cushions at both ends to tame kinetic energy.
| Model | Airtac SGC Standard Cylinder SGC250X550S |
|---|---|
| Series | SGC ISO 15552 tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø250 mm |
| Stroke | 550 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1 |
| Rod thread | M42×2.0 |
| 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 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 60 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SGC datasheet and ISO 15552 dimensions. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT (blank) / G. TPU seals are not available for the Ø250 bore (NBR / Viton only).
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 24544 N | 23562 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 34361 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 5006 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| SGC | ISO 15552 tie-rod cylinder (double-acting type). |
|---|---|
| 250 | Bore size in mm (125 / 160 / 200 / 250). |
| ×550 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. |
SGC-family variants: SGC (double acting), SGCD (double rod), SGCJ (adjustable stroke). Mounting: LB / FA / FB / CA / CB / CR / TC / FTC / TCM1 / TCM2. Seals: TPU (blank) / Viton H / NBR N.
Drives large dies and platens in metal forming lines, using the 34360 N push force at 0.7 MPa to shape thick steel blanks reliably.
Lifts and stacks heavy wooden pallets in automated high-bay warehouses, utilizing the 1251 kg vertical lift capacity safely.
Ejects massive molded plastic automotive bumpers from heavy machinery, relying on the 60 mm cushions to absorb end-of-stroke impact.
As the largest bore in the SGC family, there is no larger standard size to step up to if the 24543 N push at 0.5 MPa proves insufficient. If your application requires less force, stepping down to the Ø200 bore drops the push force to 15708 N at 0.5 MPa. For this 550 mm stroke, the extended rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads; always use an external guide or stopper to prevent rod-end deflection and premature seal wear.
The air cushions only decelerate the piston near the stroke ends and do not function as a brake. If the load must remain suspended or held in place when air pressure drops or the valve is centered, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve to prevent dangerous drifting.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 24543 N and the pull force is 23562 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 34360 N and pull is 32986 N. The theoretical maximum force is 5006 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This model uses a G1 air port, a Ø50 mm piston rod, and an M42x2.0 rod-end thread.
Yes, it is dimensionally interchangeable per the ISO 15552 mounting interface, meaning it drops directly into standard large-bore ISO 15552 fixtures and mounting brackets. Additionally, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic or reed switches along the barrel for position detection.
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