Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10
The AirTAC Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 10mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Sensor slots around the body accept magnetic switches for position sensing.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10
The AirTAC B01-SDA12X10 is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder. The leading B01- prefix marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the base SDA12X10, meaning it is mechanically identical to the standard model but grouped for specific customer builds. It delivers 56.5 N of push force and 42.4 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Operating speed ranges from 30-500 mm/s.
This unit's short riveted body drastically reduces axial mounting depth compared to round-body cylinders, fitting into tight machine footprints. It features a 6 mm piston rod and an M5x0.8 port. A fixed NBR bumper at each end handles end-stop deceleration. Note that this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, so it cannot directly mount AirTAC reed or electronic switches.
Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M3×0.5 female / M5×0.8 male (B) |
| 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 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed NBR bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 50 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SDA compact-cylinder datasheet. Confirm against the product label before installation. Port thread: PT (standard). Rod: female thread (blank) / male thread (B).
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 57 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 79 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 12 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch position sensing (omit = no magnet). |
| B | Male-thread piston rod (omit = female-thread rod). |
Thread: PT standard. Related SDA-family variants: SSA (single-acting push), STA (single-acting pull), SDAD (double rod), SDAJ (adjustable stroke), SDAT (duplex), SDAW (duplex-end).
Where the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10 Is Used
PCB Ejector Pins
Provides compact 10 mm ejection strokes for pushing printed circuit boards out of test fixtures using 56.5 N of extend force.
Lab Dispenser Valving
Actuates small fluid dispensing nozzles in analytical instruments where the 42.4 N pull force and minimal axial length are advantageous.
Micro Component Sorting
Deflects tiny electronic parts on a conveyor, leveraging the 6 mm rod and short 10 mm stroke for rapid cycling at up to 500 mm/s.
Is the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore actuator, evaluate your force needs carefully. Stepping up to the SDA16 provides 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa for heavier loads, while this 12 mm bore provides a safe working load of roughly 34 N (about 60 percent of its 56.5 N capacity) and a vertical lift of approximately 2.9 kg with a 2:1 margin. If your mechanism must maintain position without live air pressure, the piston will drift; you should integrate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. To order, confirm the 12 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, female M3x0.5 rod thread, and the absence of a sensor magnet.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Short-body depth vs. a round-body cylinder
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT)
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Female (blank) or male (B) rod thread
- ✓ Side load — avoid on a compact rod
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the short piston rod.
- check Very long strokes are unsuitable for the compact body.
- check Front/rear covers are riveted — do not dismantle.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X10 FAQ
This double-acting cylinder provides 56.5 N push and 42.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 79.2 N push and 59.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum push of 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa.
The B01- prefix indicates an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the SDA12X10, sharing the exact same physical specs. It uses a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the stroke, which is not an adjustable air cushion. For high energy loads, slow the approach or add external shock absorbers.
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