This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD40X900S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD40X900S 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-SUD40X900S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X900S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 900mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD40X900S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke900 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD40X900S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X900S
The AirTAC B06-SUD40X900S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder where a rod exits both ends on one piston, ensuring push and pull force are equal. The B06- prefix marks this as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD40X900S, mechanically identical to it for cell and pack assembly lines. This discontinued model features a 40mm bore, 900mm stroke, 1/4" port, and an extruded aluminium profile barrel shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder. It uses a 16mm rod and M12x1.25 thread.
As a drop-in replacement, the SAUD40X900S matches the bore, stroke, 528N equal-both-ways force, and FA/LB mounting. The double-rod design prevents rotation and lets the back rod carry a sensor cam. With a 528N force at 0.5MPa, the safe working load is 317N (60%), allowing a 27kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. The SAUD upgrades to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors from the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches. Note that air cushions only decelerate; an external rod lock is needed to hold loads.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X900S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X900S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD40X900S |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 900 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-SAUD40X900S 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-SAUD40X900S 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-SUD40X900S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×900 | 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-SUD40X900S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Drives precision stacking presses in cell assembly lines, using the equal both-ways force to press and retract battery layers without rotational drift.
Module Tab Handling
Transfers battery modules between stations, using the double-rod design to mount a sensor cam on the back rod while the front rod drives the tool.
Pack Line Indexing
Indexes battery packs along a conveyor, relying on the compact profile barrel to fit tight assembly cells while providing stable push and pull forces.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD40X900S with the B06-SAUD40X900S
To replace the B06-SUD40X900S, use the SAUD40X900S drop-in, which preserves the 40mm bore, 900mm stroke, 1/4" port, and 528N equal-both-ways force. Size both directions by checking neighbouring bores if more force is needed, as the double-rod design yields identical push and pull values. A double rod is right when you need anti-rotation, dual tool driving, or a back rod for a sensor cam. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA, and LB (SC-series compatible only). For the -S magnet option, upgrade from CS1-B/DS1-B to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. Because the stroke is 900mm, external guides are required to prevent rod bending and side-load damage.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD40X900S
- ✓ 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-SUD40X900S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD40X900S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD40X900S. The B06- prefix simply marks it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SUD40X900S; mechanically, the SAUD replacement matches the 40mm bore, 900mm stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting exactly.
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, force is equal both ways: 528N at 0.5MPa, 739N at 0.7MPa, and 950N at 0.9MPa. Speed is 30-800mm/s. The 1/4" port and 16mm rod remain unchanged. Note that air cushions only decelerate near stroke end; an external rod lock is required for load holding.
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