Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID63X160
The AirTAC Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID63X160 is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 cylinder with a Ø63mm bore, 160mm 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 2200 N.
- BoreØ63 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Cylinder portG3/8
- TypeDouble rod (BSAID)
- Enclasp portG1/8
- Rod threadM16×1.5
About the Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID63X160
The AirTAC BSAID63X160 is a double-acting ISO 15552 profile cylinder featuring a double-rod design and a spring-applied, air-released clamp-lock. It provides a static holding force of 2200 N and locks the piston rod at any position along its 160 mm travel. Because it is a double-rod actuator, the thrust is equal in both directions at 1402 N (0.5 MPa), and the second rod allows you to mount a workpiece on one end and a guide or position flag on the other. Remember that this 2200 N holding force is a separate metric from the 1402 N cylinder thrust; you must size the clamp against the static load, not the motive force.
This enclasp mechanism is bidirectional, but it only engages after the cylinder has stopped moving—it cannot brake a rod in motion. Unlocking requires a third G1/8 port and balanced air pressure (0.15-0.7 MPa) on both sides of the piston; otherwise, the rod may jump abruptly upon release. The variable air cushions only decelerate the piston near the stroke ends, while the clamp provides the actual holding power.
Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID63X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID63X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | BSAI ISO 15552 clamp-lock cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Type | Double rod (BSAID), double acting |
| Cylinder port | G3/8 |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
| Lock type | Spring-applied, air-released clamp (any position) |
|---|---|
| Static holding force | 2200 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.
How the Clamp-Lock Holds
static holding force (Ø63 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 (Ø63mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 1559 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 2182 N | — |
Equal force both directions (double rod). Rated to the 0.7 MPa operating maximum for this series. The clamp holding force (2200 N) is separate from cylinder thrust. Size with a margin.
Where the Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID63X160 Is Used
Mid-Stroke Vertical Hold
Suspends a lifting platform at any intermediate height using the 2200 N clamp, preventing gravity-driven drops during operation.
Machining Position Lock
Secures a dual-sided workpiece fixture rigidly in place for drilling or inspection, utilizing the second rod for an anti-rotation guide.
Power Loss Safety Stop
Engages the spring-applied enclasp instantly if air pressure drops, freezing the double-rod payload exactly where it stopped.
Is the Airtac BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID63X160 the Right Clamp-Lock?
Choose this BSAID63X160 when you need dual-side guidance or equal push/pull force alongside mid-stroke holding. If your application only requires holding at the stroke ends, a SAIL cylinder suffices; if no lock is needed, a plain SAID is simpler. For lighter vertical loads, the BSAI50 offers 825 N thrust and 1400 N holding force, while heavier setups might step up to the BSAI80 with 2268 N thrust and 3600 N holding force. Always ensure human-safety loads have an independent backup measure.
This model features a 20 mm carbon steel rod with an M16x1.5 thread, PT tapered ports (3/8 cylinder, G1/8 enclasp), and operates at 30-800 mm/s. It accepts Basic, FA, LB, TC, TCM1, or TCM2 mountings (omitting FB/CA/CB/CR). Without a magnet (-S), it cannot host CMSE or DMSE sensors. For this 160 mm stroke, the robust rod handles side loads well, but longer strokes over 300 mm require external guidance.
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 BSAID Clamp Cylinder BSAID63X160 FAQ
The 2200 N static holding force is the capacity of the clamp to hold a dead load, which is separate from the 1402 N pneumatic thrust that moves the rod. The clamp locks the rod at any position bidirectionally, but only after the cylinder has stopped moving.
You must apply air to the G1/8 enclasp port, but only after balancing the pressure on both sides of the piston. If pressures are unbalanced when unlocked, the rod can jump abruptly. The clamp is not a brake and cannot stop a moving load.
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