This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAID63X160S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAID63X160S 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-SID63X160S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID63X160S is a double-acting ISO 15552 (orig. ISO 6431) profile-barrel cylinder with a Ø63mm bore and 160mm stroke, G3/8 air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAID63X160S, which matches its ISO interface, bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ63 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG3/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAID63X160S
About the Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID63X160S
The AirTAC B06-SID63X160S 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 SID63X160S. Because a rod exits both ends, the piston uses the rod-side annular area on both faces, generating equal push and pull force (1402 N @0.5 MPa). It features a 63mm bore, G3/8 port, M16x1.5 rod thread, and a 30mm adjustable cushion at each end. This SID model is discontinued and is directly replaced by the SAID63X160S.
The drop-in SAID63X160S retains the exact ISO 15552 mounting interface, bore, stroke, and equal-both-ways force, but upgrades to a two Y-shaped one-way piston seal for lower start-up pressure and longer life. For sizing, the 1402 N @0.5 MPa force yields a safe working load of roughly 841 N (60%), translating to a vertical lift capacity of about 71 kg with a 2:1 margin. The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches. Note that air cushions only decelerate the load near stroke end; they do not hold position on air loss, so an external rod lock or SAIL/BSAI variant is required for held loads.
Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID63X160S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID63X160S |
|---|---|
| Series | SI ISO 15552 profile cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAID63X160S |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G3/8 |
| 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 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SI datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAID63X160S carries the same ISO 15552 ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø63mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 1559 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2182 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 318 kgf | |
The B06-SAID63X160S 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-SID63X160S
| SI | ISO 15552 profile-barrel cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 63 | 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-SID63X160S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Equal push and pull force precisely indexes and stacks battery cells during module assembly, utilizing the back rod for a synchronized sensor cam.
Pack Handling Transfer
Drives dual-tool grippers on a battery pack line to transfer heavy packs between conveyors, relying on anti-rotation stability for safe alignment.
Tab Welding Press
Applies consistent clamping pressure for battery tab welding operations, where the 841 N safe working load ensures steady contact without deflection.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SID Battery Dedicated ISO Standard Cylinder B06-SID63X160S with the B06-SAID63X160S
To replace the discontinued B06-SID63X160S, select the drop-in SAID63X160S, which matches the 63mm bore, 160mm stroke, G3/8 port, and ISO 15552 mounting footprint without mechanical alterations. Because force is equal both ways, you size both push and pull by the same annular area: 1402 N @0.5 MPa, 1962 N @0.7 MPa, and 2523 N @0.9 MPa. If upgrading or downsizing, check the neighboring bores (50mm or 80mm) against your force requirements. A double-rod design is the right choice when you need anti-rotation stability, want to drive two tools from one piston, or need to mount a sensor cam on the back rod. The -S magnet supports legacy CS1-B/DS1-B sensors. Reuse FA, LB, or TC mounts directly. For this 160mm stroke, side-load is minimal, but for any stroke over 300mm, ensure guide rails to prevent binding.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same ISO 15552 interface → B06-SAID63X160S
- ✓ 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-SID63X160S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SID63X160S (battery-manufacturing dedicated double-rod cylinder) is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAID63X160S. It shares the same ISO 15552 interface, 63mm bore, 160mm stroke, G3/8 port, and equal-both-ways force, but features an upgraded two Y-shaped one-way piston seal for longer life.
As a double-rod cylinder, force is equal both ways: 1402 N @0.5 MPa, 1962 N @0.7 MPa, and 2523 N @0.9 MPa. The air port is G3/8. The safe working load is approximately 841 N (60% of the 0.5 MPa rating), allowing a vertical lift of about 71 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
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