SMC Specialty & Engineered Cylinder Designs
When your application requires that a task be performed that can not be completed with standard air cylinders, SMC can help you find the solution. SMC offers a variety of specialty air cylinders including Sine (smooth acceleration), Load Stopping, and Clamp to name a few. For example, the transportation of delicate items often requires greater control of cylinder speed, acceleration and deceleration than is afforded by traditional pneumatic cylinders. For this reason, SMC has developed a RE series of sine cylinders. These cylinders facilitate high-speed transportation of work but have very smooth actuation (similar to sine wave).
For your demanding applications our large engineering department can customize a product solution for you. Need a special variation on our standard pneumatic rotary actuator? No problem. We can create a three-stop rotary unit to meet your custom needs.
SMC's CLK2 series is a perfect choice for holding applications in either a clamped or unclamped state. CLK2 cylinders have a compact lock mechanism which minimizes the extension of the length dimension (2mm shorter), while maintaining the mounting interchangeability with the CLK1 existing product line. The CLK2 is capable of being locked at any position within the entire stroke. A dedicated solenoid valve is not required for unlocking, thus reducing the initial costs and replacement of the existing equipment.
Bore size (mm): 32-63
Stroke (mm): 50-150
Can be locked at any position within the entire stroke
Selection of retraction locking & extension locking is possible
Piping not required for unlocking
SMC's CLK2 series is a perfect choice for holding applications in either a clamped or unclamped state. CLK2 cylinders have a compact lock mechanism which minimizes the extension of the length dimension (2mm shorter), while maintaining the mounting interchangeability with the CLK1 existing product line. The CLK2 is capable of being locked at any position within the entire stroke. A dedicated solenoid valve is not required for unlocking, thus reducing the initial costs and replacement of the existing equipment.
Bore size (mm): 40-63
Stroke (mm): 50-150
Can be locked at any position within the entire stroke
Selection of retraction locking & extension locking is possible
Piping not required for unlocking
SMC's CLK2 series is a perfect choice for holding applications in either a clamped or unclamped state. CLK2 cylinders have a compact lock mechanism which minimizes the extension of the length dimension (2mm shorter), while maintaining the mounting interchangeability with the CLK1 existing product line. The CLK2 is capable of being locked at any position within the entire stroke. A dedicated solenoid valve is not requi
The CLS series cylinder with lock is ideal for applications requiring intermediate and emergency stop and drop prevention. The compact lock unit is lightweight and saves space. A switch is optional on the brake cylinder so the operating state of the lock unit (brake piston) can be detected using the switch signal. By separating the lock mechanism and the brake cylinder, SMC has minimized the influences of unlocking air quality such as moisture and condensation.
Mounting brackets
Bore sizes: 125~250mm
Type: flange, foot, single & double clevis
The CLS series cylinder with lock is ideal for applications requiring intermediate and emergency stop and drop prevention. The compact lock unit is lightweight and saves space. A switch is optional on the brake cylinder so the operating state of the lock unit (brake piston) can be detected using the switch signal. By separating the lock mechanism and the brake cylinder, SMC has minimized the influences of unlocking air quality such as moisture and condensation.
Single and double knuckle joints
Applicable to 125mm, 140mm, 160mm, 180mm, 200mm and 250mm bore sizes
The CLS series cylinder with lock is ideal for appl
The CNA2 series cylinder with lock is suitable for mid-stroke stops, emergency stops, and drop prevention. An equal holding force in extending and retracting directions make it possible to lock at either end of the stroke. High reliability and stable holding force are maintained by using a substantially lengthened brake shoe with superior wear resistance. The locking mechanism is isolated from lock release air, so lock function is not diminished by excessive dirt or drain in compressed air.
Accessory: double clevis bracket
Series: CA2
Material: cast iron
The CNA2 series cylinder with lock is suitable for mid-stroke stops, emergency stops, and drop prevention. An equal holding force in extending and retracting directions make it possible to lock at either end of the stroke. High reliability and stable holding force are maintained by using a substantially lengthened brake shoe with superior wear resistance. The locking mechanism is isolated from lock release air, so lock function is not diminished by excessive dirt or drain in compressed air.
Accessory: trunnion mounting bracket
Series: CA2
Material: cast iron
The CNA2 serie
Series CVM3 is a valve mounted cylinder with single acting, spring return or spring extend actuation. CVM3 has eight mounting options available and bore sizes range from 20mm to 40mm. A cylinder with the auto switch installed can also be manufactured.
Axial foot, flange, single clevis, double clevis, and trunnion mounting brackets
Applicable to 20, 25, 32 and 40mm bore sizes
SMC series CVQ offers a compact cylinder and valve integrated for compactness. This series offers space, energy, and labor savings. Reducing the piping between the cylinder and valve offers approximately 50% reduction in air consumption. Choose from side and axial piping. The CVQ series is designed so that the D-M9* series auto switch can be mounted flush with the cylinder profile.
Compact cylinder with attached valve
Space, energy, and labor savings
Choose from side and axial piping
Bore size (mm): 32, 40
Stroke (mm): 5~100
SMC series CVQ offers a compact cylinder and valve integrated for compactness. This series offers space, energy, and labor savings. Reducing the piping between the cylinder and valve offers approximately 50% reduction in air consumption. Choose from side and axial piping. The CVQ series is designed so that the D-M9* series auto switch can be mounted flush with the cylinder profile.
Accessory: Mounting Brackets
Types: D (Double Clevis), F (Flange), L (Foot)
Applicable Bore Sizes: 32mm, 40mm
SMC series CVQ offers a compact cylinder and valve integrated for compactness. This series offers space, energy, and labor savings
SMC series CVQ offers a compact cylinder and valve integrated for compactness. This series offers space, energy, and labor savings. Reducing the piping between the cylinder and valve offers approximately 50% reduction in air consumption. Choose from side and axial piping. The CVQ series is designed so that the D-M9* series auto switch can be mounted flush with the cylinder profile.
Guide rod configuration with improved lateral load resistance
Plate non-rotating accuracy 卤0.1掳
Bore size: 32, 40, 50, 63mm
Standard stroke range: 5 to 100mm depending on bore size
Mounting pitch is interchangeable with CQ2 series
SMC's pin clamp cylinder series C(L)KQ series was designed with 4 body types for a broad range of installation conditions. There are 55 types of guide pins available and an optional locking mechanism. C(L)KQ series has positioning and clamping at one time! Precision adjustment of clamping height is possible by choosing the with-shim type. Adjustment range: 0.5 to 3mm.
Pin clamp cylinder with positioning and clamping at one time
55 types of guide pins
4 body types for a broad range of installation conditions
Optional locking mechanism
Precision adjustment of clamping height is possible by choosing the with shim type
Adjustment range: 0.5 to 3mm
SMC's pin clamp cylinder series C(L)KQ series was designed with 4 body types for a broad range of installation conditions. There are 55 types of guide pins available and an optional locking mechanism. C(L)KQ series has positioning and clamping at one time! Precision adjustment of clamping height is possible by choosing the with-shim type. Adjustment range: 0.5 to 3mm.
Pin clamp cylinder with positioning and clamping at one time
55 types of guide pins
4 body types for a broad range of installation conditions
Optional locking mechanism
Precision adjustment of clamping height is possible by choosing the with shim type
Adjustment range: 0.5 to 3mm
High speed or high load cylinder applications frequently require additional speed and flow control devices to control the stopping of the load. SMC's RHC series features a longer cushion design which is capable of stopping heavy or high speed loads while maintaining the simplicity of a standard air cushion cylinder. This enhanced cushion allows the kinetic distance, which results in the ability to absorb up to 23.8 ft-lb of energy and operate reliably at speeds up to 118 in/sec. Even with the improved performance of the RHC, cushion adjustment remains as simple as adjusting the cushion needle valve.
SMC's hygienic design cylinders, series HY, offers significantly improved water resistance by adopting a new lubricating construction. The cylinder's flat configuration (grooves for auto switches and holes for cushion needles, etc. have been eliminated) allow the surface to be wiped off easily.
Five fold increase in service life over the conventional water resistant cylinder
The mounting dimensions are identical to those of the CG1 series
Maximum operating pressure: 1.0MPa
Ambient and fluid temperature: with auto switch: 0掳C to 60掳C, without auto switch: 0掳C to 70掳C
Sealant material: NBR and external FKM
SMC's hygienic design cylinders, series HY, offers significantly improved water resistance by adopting a new lubricating construction. The cylinder's flat configuration (grooves for auto switches and holes for cushion needles, etc. have been eliminated) allow the surface to be wiped off easily.
Hygienic design cylinder
ISO/VDMA conforming
Bore sizes (mm): 32, 40, 50, 63
Strokes up to 600mm depending on bore size
New lubricating construction significantly improves water resistance
Auto switch capable
SMC's hygienic design cylinders, series HY, offers significantly improved water resistance by adopting a new lubricating construction. The cylinder's flat configuration (grooves for auto switches and holes for cushion needles, etc. have been eliminated) allow the surface to be wiped off easily.
Hygienic design cylinder
Bore sizes (mm): 20, 25, 32, 40, 50, 63
Strokes up to 200mm depending on bore size
New Lubricating construction significantly improves water resistance
Auto switch capable
SMC's hygienic design cylinders, series HY, offers significantly improved water resistance by adopting a new lubricating construction. The cylinder's flat configuration (grooves for auto switches and holes for cushion needles, etc. have been eliminated) allow the surface to be wiped off easily.
Hygienic design cylinder
Bore sizes (mm): 20, 25, 32, 40, 50, 63
Strokes up to 100mm depending on bore size
New switch style allows cylinder surface to be wiped off easily
New lubricating construction significantly improves water resistance
Male or femal rod end
The CG1, round body style, low friction air cylinder has been designed with a low and stable sliding resistance of the piston, making this air cylinder ideal for contact pressure control applications requiring smooth movements at low pressure. The CG1 precision air cylinder offers 8 bore sizes, 7 mounting options, and is auto switch capable.
Low friction, double acting, single rod
Bore size (mm): 20, 25, 32, 40, 50, 63, 80, 100
Standard stroke (mm): 25, 50, 75, 100, 125, 200, 250, 300
Auto switch capable
Variety of lead wires and prewired connectors
