This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD50X900S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD50X900S 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-SUD50X900S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X900S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 900mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD50X900S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke900 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD50X900S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X900S
The AirTAC B06-SUD50X900S is a discontinued double-acting profile cylinder where the B06- prefix designates it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD50X900S, mechanically identical in every spec. 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 aluminium profile barrel is notably shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore. It features a 1/4" port, M16x1.5 rod thread, and a 21 mm adjustable air cushion at each end.
This 50 mm bore, 900 mm stroke model is discontinued and the exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD50X900S, which retains the same body, force, port, and FA/LB mounting. The SAUD upgrades to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, whereas this legacy unit used CS1-B/DS1-B switches (indicated by the -S suffix). Because the rear rod can carry a sensor cam and drive two tools simultaneously while resisting rotation, double-rod designs excel in precision handling. 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 air cushions only decelerate near stroke end; an external rod lock is required for load holding.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X900S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X900S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD50X900S |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 900 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-SAUD50X900S 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-SAUD50X900S 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-SUD50X900S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 50 | 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-SUD50X900S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Ideal for lithium cell stacking and alignment in battery module production, using the equal both-ways force to press and separate layers precisely without rotational drift.
Pack Handling Transfer
Drives dual-tool grippers on conveyor lines for battery pack assembly, utilizing the rear exiting rod to mount a sensor cam while the front rod executes the transfer motion.
Tab Welding Press
Applies consistent clamping pressure for battery tab welding operations, where the 495 N safe working load ensures stable contact without damaging delicate cell terminals.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD50X900S with the B06-SAUD50X900S
To replace this discontinued cylinder, specify the SAUD50X900S, which is a true drop-in upgrade matching the 50 mm bore, 900 mm stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting. When sizing both ways, verify the equal push/pull force of 825 N at 0.5 MPa meets your requirement, or step to neighbouring bores (63 mm offers 1402 N) if more force is needed. A double rod is the right choice when you need anti-rotation stability, a rear rod to mount a sensor cam, or the ability to drive two tools in tandem. If using the -S magnet, remember the SAUD requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B. Because this is a long 900 mm stroke, external guides are strongly recommended to prevent rod bending and manage side loads.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD50X900S
- ✓ 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-SUD50X900S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD50X900S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD50X900S. The B06- prefix simply marks this as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD50X900S, meaning it is mechanically identical. The SAUD replacement shares the same 50 mm bore, 900 mm stroke, 1/4" port, and FA/LB mounting, but uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B.
The force is equal both ways at 825 N @0.5 MPa, 1154 N @0.7 MPa, and 1484 N @0.9 MPa. The 1/4" port and 21 mm cushions operate at 30-800 mm/s. It cannot hold a load on air loss; the cushion only decelerates near stroke end, so an external rod lock is needed for vertical holding. The safe load is ~495 N (vertical lift ~42 kg).
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