Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X15
The AirTAC Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X15 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 15mm 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
- Stroke15 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-SDA12X15
The B01-SDA12X15 is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder. The leading B01- prefix marks this as an AirTAC application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the standard SDA12X15, meaning it is mechanically identical to the base model. It delivers a push force of 56.5 N and a pull force of 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa.
The short riveted body significantly reduces axial mounting depth where a conventional round-body cylinder would not fit. It features a hard-anodized 12 mm bore, a 6 mm piston rod, and M5x0.8 air ports. End-stopping is handled by a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion, so external shock absorbers should be added for high-energy cycles.
Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X15 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X15 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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-SDA12X15
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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-SDA12X15 Is Used
PCB Probe Testing
Drives delicate probe pins into printed circuit boards with a 34 N safe working load, ensuring accurate electrical contact without damaging the substrate.
Micro-Component Ejection
Ejects small plastic or metal parts from tight injection mold cavities, utilizing the 15 mm stroke and compact footprint to fit within limited mold bases.
Lab Dispenser Actuation
Actuates precision fluid dispensing valves in automated laboratory equipment, where the 2.9 kg vertical lift margin easily handles light dispenser heads.
Is the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X15 the Right Cylinder?
This 12 mm bore generates 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, yielding a safe working load of roughly 34 N (about 60 percent of the rated push) and a vertical lift capacity near 2.9 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. If your application requires less force, you must step down to a smaller compact body, as 12 mm is the smallest available SDA bore. If you need more power, stepping up to the SDA16 increases the 0.5 MPa push force to 100.5 N. Confirm your ordering essentials: 12 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, female rod thread (M3x0.5), and no sensor magnet. Note that a plain cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the fixed bumper only decelerates the stroke end and does not act as a lock. Use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if the load must be held.
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-SDA12X15 FAQ
This 12 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides a push force of 56.5 N and a pull force of 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 79.2 N. The theoretical maximum push force is 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
The B01- prefix indicates an AirTAC application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the SDA12X15, sharing identical physical specifications and dimensions. Regarding load holding, a plain compact cylinder does not hold its position when air is lost; the piston drifts and the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates it near the stroke end. An external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required to maintain a held load.
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