This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAU50X50 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAU50X50 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-SU50X50
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X50 is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 50mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAU50X50, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAU50X50
About the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X50
The AirTAC B06-SU50X50 is a discontinued double-acting profile-type cylinder. The B06- prefix marks it as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SU50X50, mechanically identical to the base model. Delivering 982 N push force at 0.5 MPa through a 50 mm bore and 1/4" port, it is now superseded by the SAU50X50 drop-in replacement.
The SAU50X50 preserves the exact bore, stroke, force, port, and SC-series mounting. The upgrade introduces CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors (replacing legacy CS1-B/DS1-B) and adds the SAUF built-in-valve option. For sizing, the safe working load is ~589 N (60% of 982 N), yielding a ~50 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. Note this non-magnetic SKU cannot accept a sensor.
Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X50 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X50 |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAU50X50 |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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-SAU50X50 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-SAU50X50 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-SU50X50
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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-SU50X50 Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Ideal for aligning and pressing lithium-ion cells in module assembly, utilizing the 982 N push force to maintain precise stacking pressure.
Module Transfer Handling
Drives short-stroke pushing and diverting motions on conveyor lines for battery packs, fitting tight machinery footprints with its compact profile body.
Tab Welding Clamps
Provides reliable clamping pressure for battery tab welding stations, ensuring consistent electrical contact during the joining process.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X50 with the B06-SAU50X50
To replace the B06-SU50X50, order the SAU50X50 drop-in equivalent. Verify your 1/4" port (PT/G/NPT), M16x1.5 rod thread, and SC-series mounts (LB/FA/FB/CA/CB) stay the same. Because this is a non-S SKU, it lacks a magnet and cannot hold a piston sensor; the SAU upgrade switches to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches if you add an -S version. Sizing both ways: a 40 mm bore gives 628 N [email protected] MPa, while a 63 mm bore yields 1559 N. For load holding on air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve, as cushions only decelerate. The 50 mm stroke keeps rod-bending side-loads negligible.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAU50X50
- ✓ 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-SU50X50 FAQ
Yes, the B06-SU50X50 (battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of SU50X50) is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the AirTAC SAU50X50. It matches the 50 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, 982 N force, 1/4" port, and SC-series mounting. You can swap it directly without modifying your battery assembly line.
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 982 N and pulls 825 N; at 0.7 MPa it pushes 1374 N, with a theoretical max of 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a piston sensor. If sensing is required, the SAU50X50-S replacement uses modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B.
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