
The AirTAC Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID40X450S is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 cylinder with a Ø40mm bore, 450mm 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 900 N.
The AirTAC BSAID40X450-S is a double-acting ISO 15552 profile cylinder featuring a rod extending from both ends and a built-in spring-applied, air-released clamp-lock. It secures the load at any position along its 450mm stroke, delivering a static holding force of 900 N. Because it is a double-rod design, the thrust is equal in both directions at 528 N (0.5 MPa). It is crucial to distinguish this holding force from the cylinder thrust: the 900 N clamp resists an external static load, whereas the 528 N thrust dictates the actuation power. You must size the clamp against the load, not the thrust. A rod out both ends allows mounting a workpiece on one side and a guide or position flag on the other for dual-side anti-rotation. The lock engages only after the piston stops; it cannot brake a moving rod. Unlocking requires balanced air pressure via the G1/8 enclasp port to prevent abrupt rod jumps. The variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near stroke ends and provides no holding force.
| Model | Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID40X450S |
|---|---|
| Series | BSAI ISO 15552 clamp-lock cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 450 mm |
| Type | Double rod (BSAID), double acting |
| Cylinder port | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| Lock type | Spring-applied, air-released clamp (any position) |
|---|---|
| Static holding force | 900 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 800 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.
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.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 880 N | — |
Equal force both directions (double rod). Rated to the 0.7 MPa operating maximum for this series. The clamp holding force (900 N) is separate from cylinder thrust. Size with a margin.
Locks a 900 N load at any intermediate height on a vertical transfer line without relying on continuous air pressure.
Spring-applied clamp secures the double-rod payload instantly when compressed air drops, preventing uncontrolled falls.
Holds a dual-sided workpiece rigidly for inspection or drilling, using the second rod for a counterweight or guide.
Choose this double-rod clamp-lock model when you need equal push/pull force and intermediate holding. If you only need to hold at stroke ends, a SAIL cylinder suffices. If no lock is needed, a plain SAID is lighter. For higher loads, step up to bore 50 (825 N thrust, 1400 N hold). At 450 mm stroke, the 16 mm carbon steel rod needs external guidance to prevent side-load wear. The PT ported cylinder (1/4 thread) uses Basic, FA, LB, TC, TCM1, or TCM2 mounts (omitting FB/CA/CB/CR). The -S magnet pairs with CMSE reed or DMSE solid-state sensors. Safety-critical holds require an independent backup.
Quick checklist
The spring-applied clamp provides a static holding force of 900 N at any stroke position. It is bidirectional and separate from the 528 N actuation thrust.
The clamp unlocks via a G1/8 enclasp port only after the cylinder has stopped and air pressures on both sides of the piston are balanced. Releasing it while moving or unbalanced causes the rod to jump.
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