This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD50X500S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD50X500S 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-SUD50X500S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X500S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 500mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD50X500S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke500 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD50X500S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X500S
The AirTAC B06-SUD50X500S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder where the B06- prefix marks it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant, mechanically identical to the standard SUD50X500S. A rod exits both ends on one piston, meaning both faces use the rod-side area and push and pull force are equal (825 N at 0.5 MPa). The extruded aluminum profile barrel is shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore. This discontinued model is fully replaced by the drop-in SAUD50X500S, retaining the 50mm bore, 500mm stroke, 1/4" port, and mounting.
Because the rear rod can carry a sensor cam or drive a second tool simultaneously, double-rod designs excel in anti-rotation tasks. The built-in piston magnet works with legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches, while the SAUD replacement upgrades to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. Based on the 825 N force at 0.5 MPa, the safe working load is approximately 495 N, yielding a vertical lift capacity of about 42 kg with a 2:1 margin. Note that a plain cylinder drifts on air loss; the air cushion only decelerates near stroke end, so use an external rod lock for held loads.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X500S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X500S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD50X500S |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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-SAUD50X500S 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-SAUD50X500S 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-SUD50X500S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×500 | 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-SUD50X500S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Drives precision stacking mechanisms in prismatic cell assembly, using the equal both-ways force to maintain consistent pressure on the upward and downward indexing strokes.
Module Transfer Pusher
Pushes battery modules across conveyor lines with anti-rotation stability, ensuring the dual rods prevent any twisting during lateral transfer of heavy packs.
Tab Welding Clamp
Actuates clamping fixtures for battery tab welding, where the rear rod simultaneously drives an auxiliary guide while the front rod secures the cell.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X500S with the B06-SAUD50X500S
To replace the B06-SUD50X500S, use the SAUD50X500S drop-in: it matches the 50mm bore, 500mm stroke, equal-both-ways force, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting. When sizing both ways, verify force against neighboring bores (40mm at 528 N, 63mm at 1402 N at 0.5 MPa) to ensure the 825 N output fits your application. A double rod is right when you need anti-rotation, a back rod for a sensor cam, or dual-tool driving. The -S magnet switches from legacy CS1-B/DS1-B to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. For this 500mm stroke, add external guides to prevent rod bending and side-load damage.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD50X500S
- ✓ 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-SUD50X500S FAQ
Yes, this battery-manufacturing dedicated double-rod cylinder is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD50X500S. The B06- prefix is an application designation only, so the SAUD replacement matches the 50mm bore, 500mm stroke, 1/4" port, and equal force perfectly.
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, force is equal both ways: 825 N at 0.5 MPa, 1154 N at 0.7 MPa, and 1484 N at 0.9 MPa. The bore dictates a 1/4" air port. It operates at 0.15-1.0 MPa with a 21mm adjustable cushion at each end and a speed range of 30-800 mm/s.
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