Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA40X15
The AirTAC Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA40X15 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 15mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and a riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Sensor slots around the body accept magnetic switches for position sensing.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizePT1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25 (F) / M14×1.5 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA40X15
The AirTAC B01-SDA40X15 is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder. The leading B01- prefix marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the standard SDA40X15, meaning it is mechanically identical to the base model. It delivers 628.3 N of push force and 527.8 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, operating within a speed range of 30-500 mm/s.
Designed with a short riveted body, this unit drastically reduces axial mounting depth where a conventional round-body or profile cylinder would not fit. It features a hard-anodized 40 mm bore, a 16 mm piston rod, and PT1/8 air ports. Instead of an adjustable air cushion, it relies on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the stroke. This specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot support magnetic sensing without upgrading to the -S option.
Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA40X15 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA40X15 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| Rod end thread | M8×1.25 female / M14×1.5 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 120 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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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-SDA40X15
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 40 | 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-SDA40X15 Is Used
PCB Router Clamping
Secures printed circuit board panels during routing operations. The minimal 15 mm stroke provides high rigidity for vibration-heavy machining without consuming valuable Z-axis height.
Carton Flap Folding
Deploys quickly to fold minor flaps on packaging lines. The 628.3 N extend force easily overcomes cardboard resistance, while the compact body fits tightly within narrow conveyor side frames.
Stamping Pin Ejection
Ejects small metal pins from a progressive die set. The short stroke matches the ejection distance perfectly, and the fixed NBR bumper absorbs the impact of the rapid 30-500 mm/s motion.
Is the Airtac B01-SDA Dedicated Cylinder B01-SDA40X15 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, stepping down to the SDA32 yields 402.1 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the SDA50 provides 981.7 N. For this 40 mm bore, the computed safe working load is roughly 377 N (about 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa push figure), translating to a vertical lift capacity of approximately 32 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. To order, confirm the 40 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, PT1/8 port, female M8x1.25 rod thread, and the absence of a magnet. Note that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centered; the fixed bumper only decelerates near the stroke end and does not function as a lock. To hold a load securely 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-SDA40X15 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 628.3 N and the pull force is 527.8 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 879.6 N and the pull force is 738.9 N. The theoretical maximum push force is 128 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 designates this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the SDA40X15; mechanically, it is identical to the standard model. It does not have an adjustable air cushion. Instead, it uses a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the piston near the stroke limits. For high-speed or high-energy cycles, you should add an external shock absorber or slow the approach speed.
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