This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAI32X160 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAI32X160 in place of this model. The SAI replacement keeps the same ISO 15552 mounting interface, bore, stroke, output force and accessories, so it drops straight into existing fixtures. It is the current-production version of this cylinder with an upgraded piston seal.
Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160 is a double-acting ISO 15552 (orig. ISO 6431) profile-barrel cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 160mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAI32X160, which matches its ISO interface, bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAI32X160
About the Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160
The AirTAC B06-SI32X160 is a discontinued double-acting ISO 15552 profile cylinder, originally designated for battery-manufacturing lines. The B06- prefix marks it as a battery-industry variant of the SI32X160, mechanically identical to the base model with a 32mm bore, 160mm stroke, and 402N push force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this EOL unit with the SAI32X160, a true drop-in replacement sharing the same ISO 15552 mounting interface, G1/8 port, and M10x1.25 rod thread.
The SAI32X160 upgrade features a two Y-shaped one-way piston seal for low start-up pressure and long life. For battery cell stacking, expect a safe working load around 241N (60% of the 402N push force) and a vertical lift capacity near 20kg with a 2:1 margin. Note this non-S SKU lacks a magnet and cannot accept a CS1-B/DS1-B sensor. For loads needing drift protection, explore the SAIL lock or BSAI clamp-lock variants.
Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | SI ISO 15552 profile cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAI32X160 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 27 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1000 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SI datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAI32X160 carries the same ISO 15552 ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
The B06-SAI32X160 produces the same force from the same bore — a true drop-in on output. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160
| SI | ISO 15552 profile-barrel cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Legacy SI-family variants: SID (double rod), SIJ (adjustable stroke) — each maps to its SAI equivalent (SID→SAID, SIJ→SAIJ). Rod material: carbon steel (blank) / SUS420J2 (A) / SUS304 (B).
Where the Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160 Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Drives precision stacking of lithium-ion battery cells with a 241N safe working load, ensuring gentle handling without damaging delicate layers.
Module Tab Welding
Positions battery module tabs for laser welding, utilizing the 32mm bore's 30-800 mm/s speed range and adjustable 27mm cushions for smooth end-of-stroke deceleration.
Pack Handling
Transfers battery packs along assembly conveyors, where the ISO 15552 profile barrel drops directly into existing fixture mounts without hardware changes.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160 with the B06-SAI32X160
To replace the B06-SI32X160, order the SAI32X160, confirming the ISO 15552 mounting interface, 32mm bore, 160mm stroke, G1/8 port, and accessory type (LB, FA, TC). This non-magnetic SKU cannot take a sensor; if position detection is needed, select an SAI32X160S and use current AirTAC switches. At 160mm stroke, side-load risks are moderate, but for longer 300mm+ strokes, add external guide rails to prevent rod bending. The 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5 MPa; if undersized, the neighbouring 40mm bore provides 628N. A plain cylinder drifts on air loss—the cushion only decelerates—so for vertical battery-tab handling, use an external pilot check valve or the SAIL lock variant. The SAIF variant adds a built-in 4M valve for compact setups.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same ISO 15552 interface → B06-SAI32X160
- ✓ Same bore / stroke / force
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/G/NPT)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Mounting reused (FA/FB/CA/CB/CR/LB/TC)
Airtac B06-SI Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SI32X160 FAQ
Yes, the B06-SI32X160 (battery-manufacturing variant of SI32X160) is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the AirTAC SAI32X160. It is dimensionally interchangeable per ISO 15552, matching the 32mm bore, 160mm stroke, 402N force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface.
The 32mm bore features a G1/8 air port and M10x1.25 rod thread. Forces are: 402N push / 345N pull at 0.5 MPa, 563N push at 0.7 MPa, 724N push at 0.9 MPa, and a theoretical max of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating speed is 30-800 mm/s.
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