Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA16X50B
The AirTAC Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA16X50B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 50mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke50 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-SDA16X50B
The AirTAC B01-SDA16X50B is a double-acting, single-rod compact air cylinder. The leading "B01-" prefix designates this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the SDA16X50B, meaning it is mechanically identical to the base model but grouped for specific customer builds. It features a 16 mm bore and a 50 mm stroke, generating 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. This size class yields a safe working load of roughly 60 N and a vertical lift capacity of about 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
The short riveted body significantly reduces axial mounting depth compared to round-body cylinders, making it ideal for tight machine footprints. This specific SKU includes the -B option, providing a male M5x0.8 threaded piston rod end for direct load coupling. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion. Note that this configuration lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot support magnetic position sensing.
Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA16X50B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA16X50B |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 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-SDA16X50B
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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-SDA16X50B Is Used
PCB Component Insertion
Drives small electronic parts into printed circuit boards with 100.5 N of push force, fitting easily into dense pick-and-place machinery.
Blister Pack Sealing
Actuates sealing jaws over short 50 mm cycles in medical blister packaging lines, where the compact riveted body minimizes axial footprint.
Light-Duty Ejector Pins
Ejects small plastic moulded parts using its male M5x0.8 rod end, providing quick retraction without consuming valuable die space.
Is the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA16X50B the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore model, consider stepping down to the SDA12, which offers 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa for lighter tasks, or stepping up to the SDA20, which provides 157.1 N of push at 0.5 MPa if your load requires more force. To order the correct replacement, confirm the 16 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, M5x0.8 air port, and the male M5x0.8 piston rod thread. Keep in mind that a plain compact cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the piston will drift, and the fixed bumper only decelerates it near the stroke end. For vertical or suspended loads that must be held without live pressure, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required.
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-SDA16X50B FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 16 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 140.7 N and the pull to 121 N. The theoretical maximum push is 21 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 simply marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the standard SDA16X50B, with no mechanical changes to the bore, stroke, or force. It does not have an adjustable air cushion; instead, it uses a fixed NBR bumper at each end to absorb the stroke impact. For high-speed cycles, you should slow the approach or add an external shock absorber.
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