This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD40X175S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD40X175S 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-SUD40X175S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X175S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 175mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD40X175S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke175 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD40X175S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X175S
The AirTAC B06-SUD40X175S is a discontinued double-acting double-rod profile cylinder where the B06- prefix designates it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SUD40X175S, mechanically identical to the base model. A rod exits both ends on one piston, meaning both faces use the rod-side area and push and pull force are equal at 528 N @0.5 MPa, 739 N @0.7 MPa, and 950 N @0.9 MPa. The extruded aluminium profile barrel is shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore, and it features a 1/4 inch air port, a 16 mm rod, and M12x1.25 rod-end thread.
As this SUD series is end-of-life, the exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD40X175S, retaining the same bore, stroke, force, port, and FA/LB mounting compatibility with the AirTAC SC series. The double-rod design provides anti-rotation stability and allows the back rod to carry a sensor cam for space-saving feedback. For sizing, the computed safe working load is approximately 317 N (60% of the 528 N @0.5 MPa figure), and the vertical lift capacity is about 27 kg with a 2:1 margin. Note that the SAU replacement uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, whereas this discontinued model used legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X175S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X175S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD40X175S |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 175 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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 1200 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SU datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAUD40X175S carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 kgf | |
The B06-SAUD40X175S 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-SUD40X175S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×175 | 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-SUD40X175S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Aligns and pushes battery cells into modules with equal both ways force, using the double-rod anti-rotation stability to prevent cell damage during precise stacking.
Module Transfer Handling
Transfers battery modules along the assembly line, using the back rod to carry a sensor cam for compact position feedback in tight manufacturing cells.
Tab Welding Feed
Drives two welding tools simultaneously from one piston, ensuring synchronized contact on battery tabs while maintaining a compact profile barrel.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X175S with the B06-SAUD40X175S
To replace the B06-SUD40X175S, select the SAUD40X175S, which is a drop-in upgrade offering the same 40 mm bore, 175 mm stroke, equal both ways force, 1/4 inch port, and FA/LB mounting. When sizing both ways, verify that the 528 N @0.5 MPa force is sufficient, or step up to a neighbouring 50 mm bore if more load capacity is needed. A double rod is the right choice when you need anti-rotation stability or want to drive two tools simultaneously. Because this unit has the -S magnet option, you must change the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B sensors to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches for the SAUD. For this 175 mm stroke, which is under 300 mm, side-load alignment is less critical but still verify guide tolerances. A plain cylinder does not hold its load on air loss, and the air cushion only decelerates near stroke end, so use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for held loads.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD40X175S
- ✓ 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-SUD40X175S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD40X175S is discontinued. The B06- prefix marks it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SUD40X175S. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD40X175S, which is mechanically identical with the same bore, stroke, 1/4 inch port, and force.
The double-rod design provides equal force both ways: 528 N @0.5 MPa, 739 N @0.7 MPa, and 950 N @0.9 MPa. This unit includes a magnet for legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches, but the SAUD replacement requires upgrading to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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