This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD32X50 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD32X50 in place of this model. The SAU replacement uses the same profile body, bore, stroke, force and SC-series mounting. It moves to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor switches (the SU used CS1-B / DS1-B) and adds the SAUF valve-integrated option.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50 is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 50mm stroke, 1/8" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD32X50, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD32X50
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50
The AirTAC B06-SUD32X50 is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder where a rod exits both ends, generating equal force in both directions (345 N at 0.5 MPa). The B06- prefix marks this as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD32X50, mechanically identical for cell and pack assembly lines. It features a 32 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, 1/8" port, and M10x1.25 rod thread. This model is discontinued and the direct drop-in replacement is the SAUD32X50, sharing the same body, force, and mounting.
Because the rear rod acts as a symmetrical cam, a double-rod design provides excellent anti-rotation stability and allows driving two tools simultaneously. The extruded aluminium profile barrel is more compact than standard cylinders of the same bore. Based on the 345 N output at 0.5 MPa, the safe working load is roughly 207 N, translating to a vertical lift capacity of about 18 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Note this SKU lacks a magnet and cannot accept sensors; the SAUD replacement upgrades to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors from the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50 |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD32X50 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 50 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 21 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1000 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SU datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAUD32X50 carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
The B06-SAUD32X50 produces the same force from the same bore — a true drop-in on output. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Legacy SU-family variants: SUD (double rod), SUJ (adjustable stroke) — each maps to its SAU equivalent (SUD→SAUD, SUJ→SAUJ). The current SAU line adds the SAUF valve-integrated option.
Where the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50 Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Equal both-ways force ensures precise compression and separation during prismatic cell stacking and alignment in module assembly.
Dual-Tool Tab Handling
The rear rod drives a secondary mechanism for simultaneous tab welding and foil feeding, cutting cycle time in pack lines.
Anti-Rotation Conveyor Transfer
Symmetrical double-rod action prevents piston rotation during lateral pouch cell transfers, maintaining strict alignment.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50 with the B06-SAUD32X50
To replace the discontinued B06-SUD32X50, use the SAUD32X50 drop-in, which preserves the 32 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, 1/8" port, and FA/LB mounting. When sizing both ways, verify the equal both-ways force fits your needs; neighbouring bores (40 mm yields 528 N at 0.5 MPa) offer higher capacity if required. Choose a double-rod cylinder when anti-rotation or dual-tool driving is needed. For FA/LB mounts, note the SAUD sensor change to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG (this non-magnetic SUD cannot take switches). For strokes >=300 mm, account for side-load deflection. Air cushions only decelerate; use an external rod lock for load holding.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD32X50
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/G/NPT)
- ✓ Magnet (-S): sensor family CS1-B → CMSG
- ✓ Mounting reused (FA/FB/CA/CB/LB)
- ✓ Need a built-in valve? → SAUF
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD32X50 FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD32X50 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD32X50, offering the same 32 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, equal both-ways force, and 1/8" port. The B06- prefix simply marks it as the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD32X50.
Force is equal both ways at 345 N @0.5 MPa, 483 N @0.7 MPa, and 621 N @0.9 MPa. It uses a 1/8" port, has a 12 mm rod, and operates at 30-800 mm/s. This SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept sensors, whereas the SAUD replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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