This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B06-SAU80X50S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B06-SAU80X50S 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-SU80X50S
The AirTAC Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X50S is a double-acting profile-type standard cylinder with a Ø80mm bore and 50mm stroke, 3/8" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B06-SAU80X50S, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ80 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port size3/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- StatusDiscontinued → B06-SAU80X50S
About the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X50S
The AirTAC B06-SU80X50S is a discontinued double-acting profile cylinder optimized for battery-manufacturing lines. The B06- prefix marks it as the battery-industry dedicated variant of the SU80X50S, mechanically identical to the standard unit with a 2513 N push force at 0.5 MPa and a 3/8" port. AirTAC replaced this end-of-line series with the SAU80X50S, a true drop-in replacement sharing the exact bore, stroke, output force, port size, and SC-series mounting accessories.
The SAU upgrade retains the compact extruded aluminum body, shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore, while introducing current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors to replace the legacy CS1-B/DS1-B switches on this -S model. The SAU line also adds a SAUF built-in 4M solenoid valve option the SU lacked. For sizing, the safe working load is roughly 1508 N (about 60% of the 0.5 MPa push force), translating to a 128 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X50S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X50S |
|---|---|
| Series | SU profile-type cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B06-SAU80X50S |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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-SAU80X50S 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-SAU80X50S 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-SU80X50S
| SU | Profile-type standard cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 80 | 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-SU80X50S Is Used
Cell Stacking Press
Applies the 2513 N push force at 0.5 MPa to align and compress battery cell stacks during electrode assembly.
Module Transfer
Short 50mm stroke actuates pushing arms to route battery modules between assembly stations.
Pack Handling
Drives short-stroke lifts and stops for battery packs on the line, safely moving loads up to 128 kg vertically.
Replacing the Airtac B06-SU Battery Dedicated Standard Cylinder B06-SU80X50S with the B06-SAU80X50S
To replace the B06-SU80X50S, order the SAU80X50S. Confirm the 80mm bore, 50mm stroke, 3/8" port (PT/G/NPT thread), and M20x1.5 rod thread. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, you must upgrade your sensors: the old CS1-B/DS1-B switches are replaced by CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches on the SAU. Reuse your existing SC-series mounting brackets. If your battery line needs self-switching, consider the SAUF80X50S variant with its built-in valve. If comparing to the 63mm bore (1559 N push at 0.5 MPa) or 100mm bore (3927 N push), the 80mm provides a strong 2513 N middle ground. Remember, a plain cylinder drifts without live air; for load holding on vertical tabbing presses, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve, as the adjustable 28mm cushions only decelerate at stroke end.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Same bore / stroke → B06-SAU80X50S
- ✓ 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-SU80X50S FAQ
Yes, the B06-SU80X50S (the battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the SU80X50S) is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the SAU80X50S. It shares the same 80mm bore, 50mm stroke, 513 kgf max force, 3/8" port, and SC-series mounting, so it fits your battery line directly.
The SAU80X50S provides 2513 N push and 2268 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 3518 N push at 0.7 MPa, and 513 kgf max at 1.0 MPa. Because your old cylinder used a -S magnet with CS1-B/DS1-B switches, you must switch to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors on the SAU replacement.
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