This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAU63X350 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAU63X350 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-SU63X350
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU63X350 is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø63mm bore and 350mm stroke, 3/8" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAU63X350, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ63 mm
- Stroke350 mm
- Port size3/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAU63X350
About the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU63X350
The AirTAC B06-SU63X350 is a discontinued double-acting profile cylinder designed for battery manufacturing lines. The B06- prefix marks it as a battery-dedicated variant of the SU63X350, mechanically identical to the base model with a 63mm bore, 350mm stroke, and 1559N push force at 0.5MPa. AirTAC replaced this end-of-life unit with the SAU63X350, a true drop-in replacement retaining the exact bore, stroke, output force, 3/8" port, and SC-series mounting.
The SAU upgrade introduces current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, whereas this legacy SU used CS1-B/DS1-B switches. Furthermore, the SAU line offers a SAUF variant with a built-in 4M solenoid valve that the SU lacked. For sizing, a safe working load is roughly 935N (about 60% of the 0.5MPa push force), translating to a vertical lift capacity of approximately 79kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet and cannot support sensing.
Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU63X350 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU63X350 |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAU63X350 |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 350 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 3/8" |
| 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, 21 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SU datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAU63X350 carries the same 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-SAU63X350 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-SU63X350
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 63 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×350 | 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-SU63X350 Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Drives the precise vertical stacking of lithium-ion battery cells during module assembly, utilizing the 1559N force to press layers securely.
Pack Handling Transfer
Pushes battery packs along conveyor lines, where the 350mm stroke accommodates varying pack widths and indexing distances.
Tab Welding Positioning
Positions battery modules for automated tab welding, requiring external guides to maintain alignment over the 350mm travel.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU63X350 with the B06-SAU63X350
To replace this B06-SU63X350, order the SAU63X350 drop-in equivalent, verifying your 3/8" port, M16x1.5 rod thread, and SC-series mounting hardware. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot accept a sensor; if position detection is needed, order the SAU with an S suffix and upgrade to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. If your application requires integrated flow control, consider the SAUF valve-integrated variant. For the 350mm stroke, use external guides to prevent rod bending and side-load damage. Sizing alternatives: a 50mm bore yields 982N push at 0.5MPa, while an 80mm bore provides 2513N. Remember, a standard cylinder drifts without live air; for load holding on vertical battery handling, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAU63X350
- ✓ 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-SU63X350 FAQ
Yes, the B06-SU63X350 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAU63X350. It shares the identical 63mm bore, 350mm stroke, force, 3/8" port, and SC-series mounting. The B06- prefix simply indicates it was dedicated to battery manufacturing, and the SAU replacement matches these physical specs exactly.
At 0.5MPa it provides 1559N push and 1402N pull; 2182N push at 0.7MPa; 2805N at 0.9MPa; and a theoretical max of 318kgf at 1.0MPa. This specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept a sensor. If sensing is required, the SAU replacement with an -S suffix uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches, replacing the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B.
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