This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAU50X175 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAU50X175 in place of this model. The SAU replacement uses the same profile body, bore, stroke, force and SC-series mounting. It moves to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor switches (the SU used CS1-B / DS1-B) and adds the SAUF valve-integrated option.
Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175 is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 175mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAU50X175, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke175 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAU50X175
About the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175
The AirTAC B06-SU50X175 is a discontinued double-acting profile-type cylinder with a 50mm bore and 175mm stroke. The "B06-" prefix marks this as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SU50X175, mechanically identical to it for cell and pack assembly lines. Delivering 982 N push force at 0.5 MPa through a 1/4" port, it is replaced by the drop-in SAU50X175, which shares the exact body, stroke, force, and SC-series mounting.
The SAU upgrade introduces current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors and a new SAUF valve-integrated option the SU line lacked. For sizing, a safe working load is roughly 589 N (60% of the 982 N push force), translating to a vertical lift capacity of about 50 kg with a 2:1 margin. Note this SKU lacks a magnet and cannot accept switches; load holding requires an external rod lock, as cushions only decelerate.
Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175 |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAU50X175 |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 175 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| 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, 21 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1200 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SU datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAU50X175 carries the same 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-SAU50X175 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-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×175 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Legacy SU-family variants: SUD (double rod), SUJ (adjustable stroke) — each maps to its SAU equivalent (SUD→SAUD, SUJ→SAUJ). The current SAU line adds the SAUF valve-integrated option.
Where the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175 Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Ideal for precision stacking of battery cells in module assembly, utilizing the 175mm stroke to press and align layers with a safe 589 N working load.
Pack Handling Divert
Deploys on conveyor lines to push battery packs onto testing stations, providing reliable 982 N thrust at 0.5 MPa for continuous automated flow.
Tab Welding Clamp
Secures battery tabs during ultrasonic welding operations, offering stable clamping without load-holding drift when paired with a check valve.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175 with the B06-SAU50X175
To replace this B06-SU50X175, order the SAU50X175 drop-in equivalent, verifying the 50mm bore, 175mm stroke, 1/4" port, M16x1.5 rod thread, and SC-series mounting. Because this specific SKU has no magnet (-S), it cannot support sensing; if position detection is needed on the new unit, specify an SAU50X175S and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B. At 175mm stroke, side-load and rod-bending risks are low, but ensure correct alignment. For higher force needs, the 63mm bore provides 1559 N push at 0.5 MPa; for lighter loads, the 40mm bore offers 628 N. Remember, a standard cylinder drifts without air pressure—use a pilot-operated check valve for holding. The SAUF variant adds a built-in valve if space is tight.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAU50X175
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/G/NPT)
- ✓ Magnet (-S): sensor family CS1-B → CMSG
- ✓ Mounting reused (FA/FB/CA/CB/LB)
- ✓ Need a built-in valve? → SAUF
Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X175 FAQ
Yes, the B06-SU50X175 (battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SU50X175) is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAU50X175. It shares the identical 50mm bore, 175mm stroke, 982 N force at 0.5 MPa, 1/4" port, and SC-series mounting, so it fits the same battery line machinery without modifications.
This 50mm bore cylinder delivers 982 N push and 825 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 1374 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical max of 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot accept sensors; the -S version of the SAU replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. Operating speed is 30-800 mm/s.
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