This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD40X450 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD40X450 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-SUD40X450
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X450 is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 450mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD40X450, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke450 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD40X450
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X450
The AirTAC B06-SUD40X450 is a discontinued double-acting double-rod profile cylinder, where the B06- prefix designates it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD40X450, mechanically identical in every specification. A rod exits both ends on a single piston, meaning both faces use the rod-side area and push/pull force is equal both ways at 528 N @0.5 MPa, 739 N @0.7 MPa, and 950 N @0.9 MPa. The extruded aluminum profile barrel is shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same 40 mm bore, features a 1/4" port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and adjustable air cushions at both ends. As a drop-in replacement, the SAUD40X450 matches the bore, stroke, force, port, and FA/LB mounting, but upgrades to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors (this legacy model used CS1-B/DS1-B) and offers the SAUF built-in-valve variant.
Because the second rod acts as an anti-rotation guide and can drive a second tool simultaneously, it is highly effective for battery cell stacking and handling. Based on the 528 N @0.5 MPa force, the computed safe working load is approximately 317 N (60% of rated force), translating to a vertical lift capacity of about 27 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Note that this SKU lacks a magnet (-S) and cannot take a magnetic switch. Furthermore, the air cushion only decelerates the piston near stroke end; it does not hold the load on air loss, requiring an external rod lock for held loads. With a 450 mm stroke, external guides are recommended to prevent rod bending under side loads.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X450 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X450 |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD40X450 |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 450 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-SAUD40X450 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-SAUD40X450 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-SUD40X450
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×450 | 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-SUD40X450 Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Utilizes the equal both-ways force and anti-rotation properties of the dual rods to precisely press and stack battery cells without twisting during the 450 mm travel.
Module Transfer Handling
Drives a dual-sided transfer mechanism on a battery module assembly line, using the second rod to carry a cam or sync a parallel tool across the conveyor.
Tab Welding Positioning
Provides stable, equal-force clamping on both extension and retraction for battery tab welding fixtures, ensuring consistent electrical contact during manufacturing.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X450 with the B06-SAUD40X450
To replace the discontinued B06-SUD40X450, select the drop-in SAUD40X450, which preserves the 40 mm bore, 450 mm stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting. When sizing both ways, verify the equal both-ways force (528 N @0.5 MPa) fits your load; if more force is needed, step up to the 50 mm bore, or step down to the 32 mm bore if less is required. A double-rod design is the right choice when you need anti-rotation stability or must drive two tools from one cylinder. Because this SKU has no magnet (-S), it cannot support legacy CS1-B/DS1-B sensors, but the SAUD replacement is compatible with current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. For the 450 mm stroke, ensure external guides are used to mitigate side-load and rod-bending risks. Mounting compatibility is with the AirTAC SC series only.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD40X450
- ✓ 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-SUD40X450 FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD40X450 is discontinued. The B06- prefix marks it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SUD40X450. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD40X450, which matches the 40 mm bore, 450 mm stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting, but uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B.
As a double-rod cylinder, the push and pull force is equal both ways: 528 N @0.5 MPa, 739 N @0.7 MPa, and 950 N @0.9 MPa. The safe working load is approximately 317 N (about 27 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin). The 40 mm bore dictates a 1/4" port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and a maximum standard stroke of 1200 mm. The air cushion only decelerates the piston; it does not hold the load on air loss.
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