This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD80X250S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD80X250S 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-SUD80X250S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X250S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø80mm bore and 250mm stroke, 3/8" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD80X250S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ80 mm
- Stroke250 mm
- Port size3/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD80X250S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X250S
The AirTAC B06-SUD80X250S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder where the B06- prefix designates it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant, mechanically identical to the standard SUD80X250S. Because a rod exits both ends on a single piston, the push and pull forces are perfectly equal both ways at 2268 N @0.5 MPa, 3175 N @0.7 MPa, and 4082 N @0.9 MPa. It features an extruded aluminium profile barrel, a 25 mm rod, M20x1.5 rod thread, and a 3/8" port. This discontinued model is fully replaced by the drop-in SAUD80X250S, which retains the exact bore, stroke, force, and mounting.
The double-rod design provides inherent anti-rotation stability and allows the back rod to carry a sensor cam, driving two tools simultaneously for compact battery stacking and handling. With a 2268 N @0.5 MPa output, the computed safe working load is roughly 1361 N, yielding a vertical lift capacity of about 116 kg with a 2:1 margin. Note that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near stroke end; it does not hold loads on air loss, so an external rod lock is required for held loads. The SAUD upgrade switches the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B sensors to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X250S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X250S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD80X250S |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke | 250 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 3/8" |
| Rod thread | M20×1.5 |
| 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, 28 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SU datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAUD80X250S carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø80mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 2513 N | 2268 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 3519 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 513 kgf | |
The B06-SAUD80X250S 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-SUD80X250S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 80 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | 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-SUD80X250S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Equal both-ways force and anti-rotation stability precisely press and align battery cells during module stacking operations.
Pack Handling Transfer
Drives two synchronised tooling arms from one compact profile body to transfer battery packs between conveyor lines.
Tab Welding Feed
The rear rod carries a sensor cam to trigger tab welding equipment while the front rod actuates the clamp.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X250S with the B06-SAUD80X250S
To replace the discontinued B06-SUD80X250S, select the drop-in SAUD80X250S, which matches the 80mm bore, 250mm stroke, 3/8" port, and equal-both-ways force. When sizing, verify force in both directions and check neighbouring bores if you need to adjust capacity. A double-rod cylinder is right when you need anti-rotation stability or want to drive two tools from one body. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA, and LB (SC-series compatible only). Because this unit has the -S magnet, upgrade your switches from CS1-B/DS1-B to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. For this 250mm stroke, ensure adequate side-load guidance to prevent rod binding.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD80X250S
- ✓ 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-SUD80X250S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD80X250S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD80X250S. The B06- prefix only marks it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant; mechanically it is identical to the SUD80X250S. The SAUD keeps the same 80mm bore, 250mm stroke, 3/8" port, and equal force, but uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B.
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, force is equal both ways: 2268 N @0.5 MPa, 3175 N @0.7 MPa, and 4082 N @0.9 MPa. The safe working load is approximately 1361 N, allowing a 116 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. The air port is 3/8", the rod is 25 mm with an M20x1.5 thread, and speed ranges from 30-800 mm/s.
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