This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD50X400 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD50X400 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-SUD50X400
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X400 is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 400mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD50X400, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke400 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD50X400
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X400
The AirTAC B06-SUD50X400 is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder engineered for battery-manufacturing lines. The B06- prefix marks this as a battery-dedicated variant that is mechanically identical to the standard SUD50X400. Because a rod exits both ends on a single piston, the push and pull forces are equal at 825 N @0.5 MPa, 1154 N @0.7 MPa, and 1484 N @0.9 MPa. The extruded aluminium profile barrel is more compact than an ISO 15552 cylinder, and the 1/4" port with M16x1.5 rod thread matches the 50 mm bore standard. This SUD model is discontinued.
The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD50X400, which preserves the bore, stroke, force, and mounting. Buyers gain a computed safe working load of roughly 495 N (60% of the 825 N @0.5 MPa figure), allowing a vertical lift of approximately 42 kg with a 2:1 margin. The dual-rod design prevents rotation and allows the back rod to carry a sensor cam or drive a second tool. Note that this SKU lacks a magnet and cannot take a switch. The SAUD upgrade uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B, and also offers the SAUF built-in-valve variant.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X400 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X400 |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD50X400 |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 400 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
| 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-SAUD50X400 carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 200 kgf | |
The B06-SAUD50X400 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-SUD50X400
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×400 | 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-SUD50X400 Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Equal both-ways force drives precise cell stacking and pressing operations in module assembly, ensuring consistent pressure on both extend and retract strokes.
Pack Handling Transfer
The dual-rod anti-rotation特性 keeps battery packs oriented during horizontal transfer across conveyor lines without twisting or binding.
Tab Welding Clamp
Drives two opposing welding tools simultaneously with a 495 N safe working load, maintaining alignment for battery tab joining processes.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X400 with the B06-SAUD50X400
To replace the discontinued B06-SUD50X400, select the SAUD50X400 for an exact drop-in match in bore, stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting. When sizing both ways, verify the equal force requirement against neighbouring bores: the 40 mm bore yields 528/739/950 N, while the 63 mm bore yields 1402/1962/2523 N. A double-rod cylinder is the right choice when you need anti-rotation stability or synchronized two-tool driving without external guides. Because this SKU has no magnet (-S omitted), it cannot support sensing; the SAUD upgrade requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the old CS1-B/DS1-B. For the 400 mm stroke, external guides are recommended to manage side-load and rod-bending risks. A plain cylinder does not hold loads on air loss; use an external rod lock for vertical holding.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD50X400
- ✓ 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-SUD50X400 FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD50X400 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD50X400, which offers the same 50 mm bore, 400 mm stroke, equal both-ways force, and 1/4" port. The B06- prefix simply denotes the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant, and the SAUD maintains full mechanical compatibility.
The double-rod design provides equal force both ways: 825 N @0.5 MPa, 1154 N @0.7 MPa, and 1484 N @0.9 MPa. The air port is 1/4". The computed safe working load is approximately 495 N, yielding a 42 kg vertical lift capacity with a 2:1 margin.
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