This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAU80X400 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAU80X400 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-SU80X400
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X400 is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø80mm bore and 400mm stroke, 3/8" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAU80X400, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ80 mm
- Stroke400 mm
- Port size3/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAU80X400
About the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X400
The AirTAC B06-SU80X400 is a discontinued double-acting profile-type cylinder. The B06- prefix marks it as the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SU80X400, mechanically identical to the base model for cell and pack assembly tasks. Delivering 2513 N push and 2268 N pull at 0.5 MPa, its exact drop-in replacement is the SAU80X400, matching the 80 mm bore, 400 mm stroke, 3/8" port, and SC-series mounting.
The SAU upgrade retains the compact extruded aluminum body but introduces CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, replacing the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches. Since this SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot accept any sensor. For sizing, a safe working load is roughly 1508 N (60% of the 0.5 MPa push), yielding a 128 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. Note that a plain cylinder drifts without live air; use an external rod lock for holding.
Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X400 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X400 |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAU80X400 |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke | 400 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 3/8" |
| Rod thread | M20×1.5 |
| 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, 28 mm |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SU datasheet (now discontinued). The B06-SAU80X400 carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø80mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 2513 N | 2268 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 3519 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 513 kgf | |
The B06-SAU80X400 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-SU80X400
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 80 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×400 | 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-SU80X400 Is Used
Battery Module Handling
Drives the positioning and lifting of heavy battery modules during pack assembly, utilizing the 2513 N push force to shift 128 kg loads safely.
Cell Stacking Transfer
Executes the 400 mm transfer stroke to move cell stacks between processing stations on battery manufacturing lines.
Pack Palletization
Pushes completed battery packs onto outbound pallets, relying on adjustable end cushions to decelerate the mass smoothly.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X400 with the B06-SAU80X400
To replace this discontinued cylinder, order the SAU80X400, ensuring the 3/8" port, M20x1.5 rod thread, and SC-series mounting match your existing fixture. Because this is a non-magnet SKU, it cannot support position sensing; if detection is needed, specify an SAU80X400-S and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. With a 400 mm stroke, prevent rod bending by guiding the load externally to avoid side loads. Sizing alternatives: dropping to a 63 mm bore gives 1559 N push @0.5 MPa, while a 100 mm bore yields 3927 N. For mid-stroke holding, add a pilot-operated check valve, as the cushions only decelerate at ends. The SAUF variant adds a built-in valve if faster response is needed.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAU80X400
- ✓ 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-SU80X400 FAQ
Yes, the B06-SU80X400 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAU80X400, which shares the identical 80 mm bore, 400 mm stroke, 513 kgf max force, 3/8" port, and SC-series mounting. The B06- prefix simply designates it as the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant, and the SAU model serves as the direct mechanical successor.
It delivers 2513 N push and 2268 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 3518 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a 513 kgf maximum at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot accept position sensors. If sensing is required, order the SAU80X400-S replacement, which uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B family.
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