This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD63X400S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD63X400S 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-SUD63X400S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD63X400S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø63mm bore and 400mm stroke, 3/8" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD63X400S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ63 mm
- Stroke400 mm
- Port size3/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD63X400S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD63X400S
The AirTAC B06-SUD63X400S 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 SUD63X400S. Because a rod exits both ends on a single piston, the push and pull forces are perfectly equal both ways. This model is discontinued, with the exact drop-in replacement being the SAUD63X400S, which retains the same 63mm bore, 400mm stroke, 3/8" port, and FA/LB mounting. The SAUD upgrade shifts to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, whereas this legacy unit used CS1-B/DS1-B switches.
With a 20mm rod and M16x1.5 thread, the cylinder generates 1402 N at 0.5 MPa, 1962 N at 0.7 MPa, and 2523 N at 0.9 MPa equally in both directions. The dual-rod design prevents rotation and allows the back rod to drive a second tool or sensor cam. For buyer sizing, the safe working load is roughly 841 N (60% of the 0.5 MPa force), yielding a vertical lift capacity of about 71 kg with a 2:1 margin. Note that air cushions only decelerate the piston near stroke end; an external rod lock is required for load holding.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD63X400S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD63X400S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD63X400S |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 400 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 3/8" |
| 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 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SU datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAUD63X400S carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø63mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 1559 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2182 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 318 kgf | |
The B06-SAUD63X400S 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-SUD63X400S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 63 | 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-SUD63X400S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Equal push and pull force drives cell stacking mechanisms in battery module assembly, ensuring precise alignment without rotational drift.
Pack Handling Transfer
The dual-rod design drives conveyor transfer arms for battery packs, using the rear rod to actuate a secondary sensor cam simultaneously.
Tab Welding Clamp
Provides stable, anti-rotational clamping for battery tab welding, maintaining rigid positioning across the 400mm stroke.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD63X400S with the B06-SAUD63X400S
To replace the discontinued B06-SUD63X400S, use the SAUD63X400S drop-in, which matches the 3/8" port, 400mm stroke, and equal-both-ways force. When sizing, compare neighboring bores (50mm or 80mm) to ensure the 1402 N @0.5 MPa baseline meets your dynamic needs. A double-rod cylinder is selected when anti-rotation or dual-tool driving is required. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA, and LB types (SC-series compatible only). For the -S magnet option, swap legacy CS1-B/DS1-B sensors for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG on the SAUD. At 400mm stroke, external guides are recommended to prevent rod bending under side loads. Remember, cushions decelerate but do not hold loads without live air.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD63X400S
- ✓ 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-SUD63X400S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD63X400S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD63X400S. The B06- prefix simply denotes it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SUD63X400S, and the SAUD replacement matches it mechanically on bore, stroke, force, and port.
The 3/8" port cylinder delivers equal force both ways: 1402 N @0.5 MPa, 1962 N @0.7 MPa, and 2523 N @0.9 MPa. The safe working load is approximately 841 N, allowing a vertical lift of about 71 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
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