Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X5B
The AirTAC Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X5B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 5mm 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
- Stroke5 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X5B
The AirTAC B01-SDA12X5B is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder engineered for minimal axial footprint installations. The "B01-" prefix denotes an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant, mechanically identical to the standard SDA12X5B. It yields 56.5 N of push force and 42.4 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, operating within a 0.15-1.0 MPa pressure range.
This unit features a 6 mm piston rod with a male M5x0.8 thread end for direct load coupling, supplied via an M5x0.8 port. Its riveted body incorporates a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the stroke, which is not an adjustable air cushion. Note that this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet and therefore cannot support magnetic sensing.
Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X5B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X5B |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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-SDA12X5B
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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-SDA12X5B Is Used
Micro-Ejector Pin Actuation
Drives a short 5 mm ejection stroke in compact PCB routing cells where the 56.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa clears finished boards without stressing adjacent components.
Small Part Sorting Diverter
Directs tiny electronic connectors on high-speed conveyors; the male M5x0.8 rod threads directly into a lightweight flipper gate, saving axial depth in tight machinery.
Lab Dispenser Valve Trigger
Toggles precision fluid valves for reagent dosing, where the fixed NBR bumper absorbs the 5 mm end-stop impact without requiring external shock absorbers.
Is the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA12X5B the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore actuator, stepping up to the SDA16 provides 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa for heavier duties, while this remains the smallest standard option in the series. Based on the 56.5 N push figure at 0.5 MPa, the safe working load is approximately 34 N (about 60% capacity), translating to a vertical lift capability of roughly 2.9 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Confirm your ordering essentials: 12 mm bore, 5 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, male M5x0.8 rod thread, and no magnet. Because a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required if the load must be held in place.
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-SDA12X5B FAQ
This 12 mm bore cylinder generates 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. It operates within a pressure range of 0.15-1.0 MPa, handles speeds of 30-500 mm/s, and functions in temperatures from -20 to +70 C.
The B01- prefix indicates an application-dedicated (customer-specified) line that is mechanically identical to the base SDA12X5B. Regarding load holding, a plain double-acting cylinder cannot hold its position when air is lost or the valve is centered; the piston will drift. The fixed NBR bumper only decelerates the stroke near the end and does not act as a lock or brake. An external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required to hold a load securely.
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