This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAID50X160S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAID50X160S 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-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S is a double-acting ISO 15552 (orig. ISO 6431) profile-barrel cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 160mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAID50X160S, which matches its ISO interface, bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAID50X160S
About the Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S
The AirTAC B06-SID50X160S is a double-acting, double-rod ISO 15552 cylinder where the B06- prefix designates it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant, mechanically identical to the standard SID50X160S. Because a rod exits both ends, the piston uses the rod-side annular area for both extension and retraction, yielding equal force both ways (825 N at 0.5 MPa) and providing inherent anti-rotation stability for precision cell stacking. This model is discontinued and replaced directly by the SAID50X160S.
The drop-in SAID50X160S shares the exact G1/4 port, M16x1.5 rod thread, and ISO 15552 mounting interface, but upgrades to a two Y-shaped one-way piston seal for lower start-up pressure and longer life. For sizing, the 825 N force at 0.5 MPa provides a safe working load of 495 N (roughly 60%) and a vertical lift capacity of about 42 kg with a 2:1 margin. Note that the air cushion only decelerates near stroke end; for load holding on air loss, an external rod lock or SAIL/BSAI variant is required.
Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S |
|---|---|
| Series | SI ISO 15552 profile cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAID50X160S |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
| 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, 30 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1200 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SI datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAID50X160S carries the same ISO 15552 ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 200 kgf | |
The B06-SAID50X160S 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-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S
| SI | ISO 15552 profile-barrel cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 50 | 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-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Equal both-ways force and inherent anti-rotation ensure precise, stable layering of prismatic battery cells during module assembly.
Pack Transfer Handling
Drives dual-sided transfer arms on battery pack lines, using the rear rod extension to mount a synchronised sensor cam for tracking.
Tab Welding Clamp
Provides balanced clamping pressure for battery tab welding operations, maintaining alignment without rotational drift.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S with the B06-SAID50X160S
To replace the discontinued B06-SID50X160S, specify the SAID50X160S, which preserves the 50mm bore, 160mm stroke, G1/4 port, and ISO 15552 mounting footprint (Basic, FA, LB, TC). When sizing, evaluate both directions since push and pull forces are equal at 825 N @0.5 MPa, 1154 N @0.7 MPa, and 1484 N @0.9 MPa; if higher force is needed, step up to the 63mm bore, or drop to 40mm for lighter loads. A double-rod design is right when you need strict anti-rotation, synchronous drive from both ends, or a back rod to carry a sensor cam. The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches. For strokes of 300mm or longer, carefully manage side-load moments to prevent premature seal wear.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same ISO 15552 interface → B06-SAID50X160S
- ✓ 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-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID50X160S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SID50X160S (battery-manufacturing dedicated line) is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAID50X160S, which shares the identical ISO 15552 interface, 50mm bore, 160mm stroke, G1/4 port, and mounting options, but adds an upgraded piston seal.
It features a G1/4 air port and M16x1.5 rod thread. Because it is a double-rod cylinder, force is equal both ways: 825 N at 0.5 MPa, 1154 N at 0.7 MPa, and 1484 N at 0.9 MPa. It operates at 30-800 mm/s with 30mm adjustable cushions at each end.
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