This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAU50X75 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAU50X75 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-SU50X75
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X75 is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 75mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAU50X75, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke75 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAU50X75
About the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X75
The AirTAC B06-SU50X75 is a discontinued double-acting profile cylinder dedicated to battery manufacturing lines. The B06- prefix marks this as the battery-industry variant of the base SU50X75, mechanically identical with a 50mm bore, 75mm stroke, 1/4" port, and 982 N push force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC ended the SU line, so the exact drop-in replacement is the SAU50X75. It shares the same extruded aluminium profile body, bore, stroke, output force, port size, and SC-series mounting accessories.
Because the SU is end-of-life, upgrading to the SAU50X75 is seamless. The SAU uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, whereas this legacy SU lacked a magnet entirely and cannot accept any switch. The SAU line also introduces a SAUF variant with a built-in 4M solenoid valve the SU never had. For sizing, the safe working load is roughly 589 N (about 60% of the 982 N push force), allowing a vertical lift of approximately 50 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X75 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X75 |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAU50X75 |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 75 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-SAU50X75 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-SAU50X75 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-SU50X75
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×75 | 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-SU50X75 Is Used
Cell Stacking Press
Applies the 982 N push force at 0.5 MPa to align and press prismatic lithium cells during automated stacking operations.
Module Handling
Transfers battery modules along the assembly line, utilizing the compact profile body to save space in dense pack assembly machinery.
Tab Welding Clamp
Holds busbars and cell tabs firmly in place for laser welding, taking advantage of the 50 kg vertical lift capacity.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU50X75 with the B06-SAU50X75
To replace this B06-SU50X75, order the SAU50X75. Confirm the 1/4" port, M16x1.5 rod thread, and SC-series mounting (LB/FA/FB/CA/CB) match your existing jig. This SKU has no magnet (-S), so it cannot take a sensor; if your battery line now requires position detection, specify an SAU50X75S and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. For sizing both ways: dropping to a 40mm bore yields 628 N push, while stepping up to a 63mm bore provides 1559 N. Note that a plain cylinder drifts on air loss—the cushion only decelerates near stroke end—so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for vertical load holding. The 75mm stroke is short enough to avoid rod-bending side-load issues, but always guide the load. If you need self-switching, explore the SAUF valve-integrated option.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAU50X75
- ✓ 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-SU50X75 FAQ
Yes, the SU series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the AirTAC SAU50X75. The B06- prefix simply denotes the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the base SU50X75. The SAU replacement matches the 50mm bore, 75mm stroke, 982 N force, 1/4" port, and SC-series mounting, so it fits the same battery assembly equipment.
The 50mm bore provides 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. This specific B06-SU50X75 SKU lacks a magnet and cannot accept a sensor. If you need position detection on the replacement, order the SAU50X75S which uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
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