This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD40X700S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD40X700S 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-SUD40X700S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X700S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 700mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD40X700S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke700 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD40X700S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X700S
The B06-SUD40X700S is a double-acting profile cylinder where the B06- prefix designates it as AirTAC's battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD40X700S, mechanically identical to the standard unit. A rod exits both ends of the single piston, meaning push and pull forces are equal both ways at 528 N @0.5 MPa, 739 N @0.7 MPa, and 950 N @0.9 MPa. This double-rod design prevents rotation and allows the rear rod to carry a sensor cam, while the extruded aluminium profile barrel is more compact than an ISO 15552 cylinder. It features a 1/4" port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and a 21 mm adjustable cushion at each end.
This discontinued model is fully replaced by the drop-in SAUD40X700S, which retains the exact bore, stroke, force, and FA/LB mounting compatibility with the AirTAC SC series. Buyers gain a practical computed insight: the 528 N @0.5 MPa force yields a safe working load of roughly 317 N, capable of a 27 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. The -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet for legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches; upgrading to the SAUD requires current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. Note that air cushions only decelerate the piston near stroke end and do not hold loads on air loss—external rod locks are needed for holding.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X700S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X700S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD40X700S |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 700 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-SAUD40X700S 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-SAUD40X700S 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-SUD40X700S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×700 | 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-SUD40X700S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Drives precision stacking presses in lithium cell assembly, utilizing the equal both ways force to maintain consistent pressure on delicate separator layers.
Module Transfer Handling
Uses the dual rods to push and pull battery modules between conveyor belts without rotational drift, ensuring perfect alignment during pack assembly.
Tab Welding Clamps
Actuates clamping fixtures for battery tab welding, where the rear rod simultaneously drives an opposing cam to hold the cell firmly in place.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X700S with the B06-SAUD40X700S
To replace the B06-SUD40X700S, select the drop-in SAUD40X700S, which matches the 40mm bore, 700mm stroke, 1/4" port, and equal-both-ways force exactly. When sizing, verify force in both directions using neighboring bores if margin is needed, and note that the SAUD uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches. A double-rod configuration is correct when you need anti-rotation stability or must drive two tools simultaneously. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA, and LB styles. Because the 700mm stroke exceeds 300mm, external guides must be used to prevent rod bending and manage side loads.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD40X700S
- ✓ 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-SUD40X700S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD40X700S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD40X700S. The B06- prefix simply marks it as the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SUD40X700S, so the SAUD replacement matches the bore, stroke, 1/4" port, and force perfectly. You only need to upgrade the sensors to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG.
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the force is equal both ways: 528 N @0.5 MPa, 739 N @0.7 MPa, and 950 N @0.9 MPa. The air port is 1/4". The safe working load is approximately 317 N at 0.5 MPa, which allows a vertical lift of about 27 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
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