This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAUD80X25S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAUD80X25S 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-SUD80X25S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X25S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø80mm bore and 25mm stroke, 3/8" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAUD80X25S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ80 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port size3/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAUD80X25S
About the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X25S
The AirTAC B06-SUD80X25S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder engineered for battery manufacturing lines, where the B06- prefix denotes a battery-dedicated variant that is mechanically identical to the standard SUD80X25S. Featuring an extruded aluminum profile barrel, it is more compact than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore. A rod exits both ends on a single piston, meaning push and pull forces are equal both ways. This model is discontinued and the exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD80X25S, retaining the same 80mm bore, 25mm stroke, 3/8" port, and FA/LB mounting. The SAUD upgrade transitions from legacy CS1-B/DS1-B sensors to current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
With a 25mm piston rod and M20x1.5 rod-end thread, it delivers equal force both ways of 2268 N at 0.5 MPa, 3175 N at 0.7 MPa, and 4082 N at 0.9 MPa. The double-rod design prevents rotation and allows the back rod to carry a sensor cam while driving two tools. For sizing, the safe working load is approximately 1361 N (about 60% of the 2268 N at 0.5 MPa), yielding a vertical lift capacity of roughly 116 kg with a 2:1 margin. Adjustable 28mm air cushions at each end decelerate the load, but a plain cylinder does not hold loads on air loss; an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required for held loads.
Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X25S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X25S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAUD80X25S |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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-SAUD80X25S 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-SAUD80X25S 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-SUD80X25S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 80 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×25 | 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-SUD80X25S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Applies equal both-ways force for precise cell stacking and pressing in battery module assembly, preventing rotation during the compression cycle.
Pack Handling Transfer
Drives dual-tool pushers on a conveyor line to shuttle battery packs between stations, utilizing the compact profile barrel to save machine space.
Tab Welding Indexing
Uses the rear rod to carry a sensor cam for exact positioning during battery tab welding, ensuring accurate alignment without external guides.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SUD Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SUD80X25S with the B06-SAUD80X25S
To replace the discontinued B06-SUD80X25S, use the SAUD80X25S drop-in replacement, which matches the 80mm bore, 25mm stroke, 3/8" port, and FA/LB mounting. When sizing both ways, verify the equal force fits your needs: the 63mm bore neighbor offers 1402 N at 0.5 MPa, while the 100mm bore offers 3681 N at 0.5 MPa. Choose a double-rod cylinder when anti-rotation is required or when the back rod must drive a second tool or carry a sensor cam. Because this unit has a -S magnet, upgrade your legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors for the SAUD. For this 25mm stroke, side-load alignment is straightforward, but for any stroke over 300mm, carefully manage side-load moments to prevent guide wear.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAUD80X25S
- ✓ 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-SUD80X25S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SUD80X25S is discontinued. The B06- prefix marks this as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SUD80X25S, mechanically identical to the base model. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAUD80X25S, which matches the 80mm bore, 25mm stroke, 3/8" port, and FA/LB mounting, but upgrades the sensor compatibility to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG.
The bore is 80mm with a 3/8" air port. Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the force is equal both ways: 2268 N at 0.5 MPa, 3175 N at 0.7 MPa, and 4082 N at 0.9 MPa. The safe working load is about 1361 N (60% of the 0.5 MPa force), allowing a vertical lift of approximately 116 kg with a 2:1 margin.
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