Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500
The AirTAC Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500 is a genuine double acting, double rod ISO 15552 (orig. ISO 6431) tie-rod air cylinder with a Ø160mm bore and 500mm stroke, G3/4 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.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke500 mm
- Port sizeG3/4
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM36×2.0
- CushionAdjustable, 50 mm
About the Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500
Delivering 9425 N of thrust in both directions at 0.5 MPa, this 160 mm bore tie-rod cylinder uses a twin-rod piston to equalize output force. The symmetric load path prevents torsional twist, while the rear rod extension can drive a secondary mechanism or mount a sensor cam. It yields a safe working load of roughly 5655 N, capable of vertically lifting about 480 kg with a 2:1 margin.
Four steel tie rods clamp the aluminum barrel to the covers for structural rigidity, and the unit is dimensionally interchangeable per the ISO 15552 mounting interface. It features a G3/4 air port and a 50 mm adjustable air cushion at each end. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches.
Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500 |
|---|---|
| Series | SGC ISO 15552 tie-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 500 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | G3/4 |
| Rod thread | M36×2.0 |
| 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, 50 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).
Theoretical Output Force (Ø160mm)
| Pressure | Force (both ways) | — |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 9425 N | 9425 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 13195 N | 13195 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 2050 kgf | |
Double-rod: the rod passes through both covers, so output force is equal in both directions.
Model Code: Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500
| SGCD | ISO 15552 tie-rod cylinder (double-rod type). |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm (125 / 160 / 200 / 250). |
| ×500 | 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.
Where the Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500 Is Used
Dual-Station Transfer
Drives two parallel conveyor diverters simultaneously using the rod extending from each cover, ensuring perfectly synchronized material routing.
Anti-Rotation Press
Applies 9425 N of equal clamping force on both strokes, using the twin rods to prevent torsional deflection during heavy pressing tasks.
Symmetric Lift Fixture
Lifts roughly 480 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin, relying on the balanced load path to keep the platform perfectly level.
Is the Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500 the Right Cylinder?
Sizing this 160 mm bore against its neighbors shows the 125 mm class yields 5734 N, whereas the 200 mm tier jumps to 15079 N at 0.5 MPa. Choose the double-rod architecture when your application demands anti-rotation stability, symmetric load distribution, or twin tooling driven from one piston. Mounting options include FA, LB, TC, FTC, TCM1, and TCM2. Because the stroke is 500 mm, you must provide external guide support to prevent rod bending under side loads. Note that this plain cylinder drifts on air loss and needs an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a load securely.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G / NPT)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Long-stroke side load — support the rod end
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; support long strokes at the rod end.
- check Set cushions to minimum, then release gradually.
- check Use correct mounting accessory (LB/FA/FB/CA/CB/CR/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac SGCD Dual Rod Cylinder SGCD160X500 FAQ
The double-rod design provides equal force both ways: 9425 N at 0.5 MPa and 13194 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical max of 1922 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates at 30-500 mm/s, uses a G3/4 port, and features a 50 mm adjustable air cushion at each end.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet option and therefore cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need to specify the -S variant for magnetic sensing capabilities.
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