
The AirTAC Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID50X75S is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 cylinder with a Ø50mm bore, 75mm 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 1400 N.
The AirTAC BSAID50X75-S is a double-acting ISO 15552 profile cylinder featuring a double-rod configuration and a built-in spring-applied, air-released clamp-lock. It provides a static holding force of 1400 N at any position along its 75 mm travel. Because it is a double-rod unit, the output force is equal in both directions at 825 N (0.5 MPa), and the extending rod from the rear end allows for mounting a counterweight, a position flag, or dual-side guidance to prevent rotation.
It is vital to distinguish this 1400 N holding force from the cylinder's 825 N thrust; the clamp mechanism secures the static load, while thrust drives the motion. The lock engages only after the piston has completely stopped, meaning it cannot brake a moving rod. Release requires balanced air pressure across the piston via the dedicated G1/8 enclasp port, preventing abrupt rod jumps. The variable air cushion at the ends merely decelerates the travel and does not contribute to holding the load.
| Model | Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID50X75S |
|---|---|
| Series | BSAI ISO 15552 clamp-lock cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 75 mm |
| Type | Double rod (BSAID), double acting |
| Cylinder port | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
| Lock type | Spring-applied, air-released clamp (any position) |
|---|---|
| Static holding force | 1400 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 1000 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 | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 1374 N | — |
Equal force both directions (double rod). Rated to the 0.7 MPa operating maximum for this series. The clamp holding force (1400 N) is separate from cylinder thrust. Size with a margin.
Secures elevated loads at any point in the stroke, preventing sudden drops during air pressure loss without relying on end-stop cushions.
Locks the rod rigidly in place for secondary machining or inspection processes, using the opposite rod end for a guide or flag.
The spring-applied clamp engages automatically upon loss of air pressure, safely freezing the dual-rod assembly exactly where it stopped.
Choose this double-rod clamp-lock model when a workpiece requires secure mid-stroke positioning alongside dual-side guidance or a secondary attachment on the opposite rod end. If your load only needs securing at the stroke extremes, a simpler SAIL cylinder suffices, while a plain SAID is adequate if no holding mechanism is required. For safety-critical applications, remember that this clamp locks only after stopping and requires an independent safety measure for human protection.
When replacing a unit, match the 50 mm bore, 75 mm stroke, and PT port threads. The double-rod design restricts mounting options to Basic, FA, LB, TC, TCM1, and TCM2. The included -S magnet pairs correctly with AirTAC CMSE reed and DMSE solid-state sensors for position feedback. The 20 mm carbon steel rod and M16x1.5 thread offer robust side-load resistance for this short stroke.
Quick checklist
The clamp-lock provides a static holding force of 1400 N. It engages via a spring mechanism to hold the double-rod piston securely at any position along the stroke, independent of the cylinder's 825 N thrust.
The lock only engages after the rod stops and cannot brake moving loads. To release it safely, air pressure must be balanced across both piston sides via the G1/8 enclasp port, preventing the rod from jumping abruptly upon release.
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