SMC AM series standard cylinder

SMC AM Series Standard Cylinders - Technical Overview

The AM Series represents SMC's foundational line of ISO 6431-standard pneumatic cylinders, offering reliable linear motion for industrial automation. These cylinders serve as the workhorse solution for general-purpose applications requiring durable and cost-effective actuation.

SMC AM series (standard cylinder)

Type: double-acting/single-acting cylinder

Features:

Strong versatility, simple structure, and easy maintenance.

Cylinder diameter range: Φ12~Φ100mm.

Optional magnetic switch (for position detection).

Application: basic automation scenarios such as handling, clamping, pushing and pulling.

Representative models: AM10 (cylinder diameter 10mm), AM20 (cylinder diameter 20mm), etc.

Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification

Actuation Type Double-acting (B) / Single-acting (A)

Bore Sizes Φ12mm to Φ100mm (increments: 12,16,20,25,32,40,50,63,80,100)

Stroke Length 1mm to 2000mm (customizable)

Pressure Range 0.1 to 0.9 MPa (1 to 9 bar)

Operating Temp. -10°C to +60°C (high-temp variants available)

Cushioning Rubber buffer (standard) / Adjustable air cushion (optional)

Mounting Styles Basic (no mount), Foot (CA), Flange (FB/MF), Swivel (TC)

Core Product Variants and core model lists

A. Standard Double-Acting (AM□B)

AM10B: 10mm bore, compact size for light loads

AM20B: 20mm bore, most common industrial size

AM50B: 50mm bore, high-force applications

B. Single-Acting (AM□A)

AM16A: 16mm bore with spring return

AM32A: 32mm bore for vertical fail-safe applications

C. Special Configurations

AM20B-Z: 20mm bore with adjustable air cushion

AM40N: Non-magnetic version for sensor-free environments

AM63S: Stainless steel construction for corrosive environments