This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD50X600S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD50X600S 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-SUD50X600S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X600S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 600mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD50X600S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke600 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD50X600S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X600S
The AirTAC B06-SUD50X600S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder where the B06- prefix designates it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD50X600S, mechanically identical in every spec. 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 (825 N at 0.5 MPa, 1154 N at 0.7 MPa, 1484 N at 0.9 MPa). The extruded aluminium profile barrel is more compact than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore. This SUD model is discontinued and the exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD50X600S, retaining the 1/4" port, M16x1.5 rod thread, and FA/LB mounting.
Because the rear rod can carry a sensor cam or drive a second tool simultaneously, double-rod designs excel in anti-rotation and compact multi-tool setups. With a 600 mm stroke, external guides are recommended to prevent rod bending under side loads. For sizing, the safe working load is roughly 495 N (about 60% of the 825 N at 0.5 MPa figure), allowing a vertical lift of approximately 42 kg with a 2:1 margin. Note that the air cushion only decelerates near stroke end; an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required for load holding on air loss. The -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet for legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches, which are upgraded to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors on the SAUD replacement.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X600S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X600S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD50X600S |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 600 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-SAUD50X600S 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-SAUD50X600S 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-SUD50X600S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×600 | 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-SUD50X600S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Drives precision stacking mechanisms in lithium battery cell assembly, using the equal both-ways force to maintain consistent pressure on the upward and downward strokes.
Module Transfer Handling
Transfers battery modules between conveyor lines with anti-rotation stability, using the dual rods to move heavy packs smoothly without twisting.
Tab Welding Clamping
Actuates clamping fixtures for battery tab welding, where the rear rod simultaneously drives an auxiliary guide or sensor cam for synchronized positioning.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X600S with the B06-SAUD50X600S
To replace the discontinued B06-SUD50X600S, select the drop-in SAUD50X600S, which matches the 50mm bore, 600mm stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting exactly. When sizing both ways, verify the equal-both-ways force fits your needs: this bore delivers 825 N at 0.5 MPa, 1154 N at 0.7 MPa, and 1484 N at 0.9 MPa. If pushing or pulling limits are tight, check neighbouring bores (40mm or 63mm) for their equal force ratings. A double-rod cylinder is the right choice when you need anti-rotation stability, want to drive two tools from one cylinder, or need to mount a sensor cam on the back rod. For the 600mm stroke, ensure external guides are used to mitigate side-load and rod-bending risks. If upgrading from this -S model, note that the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches must be replaced with current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors on the SAUD body.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD50X600S
- ✓ 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-SUD50X600S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD50X600S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD50X600S. The B06- prefix simply marks it as the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD50X600S, so the SAUD50X600S matches it exactly on bore, stroke, force, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting. You will only need to upgrade the switches from legacy CS1-B/DS1-B to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the push and pull force are equal both ways: 825 N at 0.5 MPa, 1154 N at 0.7 MPa, and 1484 N at 0.9 MPa. The air port is 1/4". The safe working load is approximately 495 N (60% of the 0.5 MPa force), allowing a vertical lift of about 42 kg with a 2:1 margin.
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