Airtac BSAI Locking Clamp Cylinder BSAI32X80S
The AirTAC Airtac BSAI Locking Clamp Cylinder BSAI32X80S is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 cylinder with a Ø32mm bore, 80mm stroke and a spring-applied, air-released clamp-lock that holds the rod at ANY position along its travel — with a static holding force of 600 N.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Cylinder portG1/8
- TypeSingle rod (BSAI)
- Enclasp portG1/8
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac BSAI Locking Clamp Cylinder BSAI32X80S
The AirTAC BSAI32X80-S is a double-acting ISO 15552 profile cylinder equipped with a built-in clamp-lock mechanism. A spring-applied, air-released gripper clamps the 12 mm carbon steel piston rod to hold the load securely at any position along its 80 mm travel. It delivers a static holding force of 600 N, while the cylinder itself generates 402 N of push thrust at 0.5 MPa. It is crucial to distinguish holding force from thrust: you must size the clamp's 600 N rating against your static load, not the cylinder's thrust.
This model includes a -S magnet for precise position sensing with AirTAC CMSE (reed) and DMSE (electronic) switches fitted into the side sensor grooves. The clamp mechanism relies on a third G1/8 enclasp port, separate from the PT 1/8 cylinder ports, to release the rod. Remember that the adjustable air cushions only decelerate the piston near stroke ends; the mechanical clamp is what actually holds the load in place.
Airtac BSAI Locking Clamp Cylinder BSAI32X80S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac BSAI Locking Clamp Cylinder BSAI32X80S |
|---|---|
| Series | BSAI ISO 15552 clamp-lock cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 80 mm |
| Type | Single rod (BSAI), double acting |
| Cylinder port | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| Lock type | Spring-applied, air-released clamp (any position) |
|---|---|
| Static holding force | 600 N |
| Enclasp / unlock port | G1/8 |
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 0.7 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Max stroke | Up to 700 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC BSAI datasheet (ISO 15552). Operating pressure is 0.15–0.7 MPa (lower than a plain SAI). Port options: PT / G.
How the Clamp-Lock Holds
static holding force (Ø32 mm)
A spring-applied gripper clamps the rod and holds the load at any position in the stroke — not just at the stroke end (that is a SAIL) — and it is bidirectional: it holds whether the rod was extending or retracting.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 563 N | — |
Push/pull as tabulated. Rated to the 0.7 MPa operating maximum for this series. The clamp holding force (600 N) is separate from cylinder thrust. Size with a margin.
Where the Airtac BSAI Locking Clamp Cylinder BSAI32X80S Is Used
Vertical Axis Holding
Locks a lifted load at any intermediate height along the 80 mm stroke to prevent gravity-driven drops during operation.
Emergency Power Loss Hold
The spring-applied clamp engages automatically on air loss, freezing the 12 mm rod exactly where it stopped mid-stroke.
Machining Position Lock
Secures a workpiece firmly in a specific clamped position for machining or inspection without maintaining live air pressure.
Is the Airtac BSAI Locking Clamp Cylinder BSAI32X80S the Right Clamp-Lock?
Choose this 32 mm bore when an application requires intermediate position holding that a SAIL stroke-end lock cannot provide. If your load exceeds the 600 N holding capacity, stepping up to the 40 mm bore increases the clamp rating to 900 N and the thrust to 628 N. Conversely, if you only need to hold the load at the fully extended or retracted end, a plain SAI cylinder without the clamp head is more economical.
For safe operation, the clamp locks only after the rod has stopped; it cannot brake a moving load. You must balance the air pressure on both sides of the piston before unlocking, or the rod may jump abruptly. Safety-critical applications require an independent external holding measure. This replacement single-rod cylinder uses PT tapered ports, accepts Basic, FA, FB, CA, CB, CR, LB, TC, TCM1, or TCM2 mounts, and requires the -S magnet option for CMSE/DMSE sensors.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Hold needed at any position?
- ✓ Or stroke-end only → use SAIL
- ✓ Holding force ≥ your load
- ✓ Balanced-pressure unlock circuit
- ✓ Extra safety measure for people
Airtac BSAI Locking Clamp Cylinder BSAI32X80S FAQ
The BSAI32X80-S provides a static holding force of 600 N. The spring-applied clamp locks the rod at any position along the 80 mm stroke, but it only engages after the cylinder has stopped moving.
The clamp is released via a third G1/8 enclasp port. You must balance the air pressure on both sides of the piston before unlocking; otherwise, the rod can move abruptly. An independent safety measure is required for human safety applications.
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