Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160
The AirTAC Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160 combines a double-rod ISO 15552 cylinder — a Ø12mm rod out BOTH ends for equal force both directions — with an integrated spring-applied, air-released ROD LOCK that holds up to 600 N in either direction if air is lost. Ø32mm bore, 160mm stroke, PT1/8 ports, G1/8 lock-release.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Static holding force600 N
- ConfigurationDouble rod + lock
- Cylinder portPT1/8
- Lock-release portG1/8
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About the Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160
The AirTAC BSED32X160 is a double-acting, double-rod ISO 15552 profile cylinder with an integrated spring-applied, air-released rod lock. A rod exits both ends, delivering equal force in both directions at 345 N each way at 0.5 MPa. The bidirectional collet lock delivers a 600 N static holding force with zero live air, instantly securing the rod if pressure drops.
This 32 mm bore unit features a 12 mm rod, M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and a PT1/8 cylinder port, while the lock-release operates via a dedicated G1/8 port. It lacks a piston magnet, so it does not support CMSE or DMSE position sensors. The extruded aluminum ISO 15552 body offers adjustable air cushions at both ends, but the cushion is not the holding device—the mechanical lock is.
Double Rod + 600 N Rod Lock (Ø32mm)
A rod exits both ends for symmetric force and back-rod tooling, and a spring clamps the collet so the Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160 holds its position in both directions on air loss or E-stop. Apply 0.15–0.7 MPa to the G1/8 release port to unlock. Engage only after the rod has stopped (not a dynamic brake), and release only when both piston sides are pressure-balanced; allow ≥0.5 s for full release.
Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | BSED ISO 15552 double-rod rod-lock cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Static holding force | 600 N |
| Cylinder port | PT1/8 |
| Lock-release port | G1/8 |
| Configuration | Double rod, double acting |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 0.7 MPa |
| Unlocking pressure | 0.15 – 0.7 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Max stroke | Up to 700 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC BSED datasheet. Rod thread M10×1.25 both ends. Mounting (BSED): Basic, LB, FA, TC. Port options: PT (standard) / G (BSPP); lock-release port is G1/8.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Force (both directions) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 484 N |
| Max drive (@0.7 MPa) | 49 kgf |
A rod exits both ends, so force is equal on extend and retract. Drive force is separate from the 600 N static lock holding force. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160
| B | Rod-lock cylinder prefix. |
|---|---|
| SED | ISO 15552 double-rod double-acting body. |
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSE / DMSE sensor sensing. |
Thread: PT (blank) / G. Mounting (BSED): Basic, LB, FA, TC. Related: SED (double rod, no lock), BSE (single-rod rod lock). Sensors CMSE/DMSE fit magnetic BSED.
Where the Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160 Is Used
Vertical Lift Jig Holding
Uses the 345 N both-way drive to raise a light jig and the 600 N fail-safe collet to prevent gravity drops during an air-loss event.
Shuttle Transfer Pause
Exploits equal push/pull force to shuttle a 32 mm carrier between two stations, locking the 12 mm rod mid-stroke for part loading.
Pick-and-Place Dwell
Relies on the rear rod for anti-rotation flag mounting and the spring-applied lock to freeze the tooling platform safely during E-stop.
Is the Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160 the Right Cylinder?
Select this 32 mm bore model when your application requires symmetric both-way drive force and a fail-safe hold up to 600 N. If your load exceeds the 600 N static holding capacity, step up to the 40 mm bore, which provides 528 N of drive force at 0.5 MPa and a 900 N holding force. Conversely, if you need a smaller footprint, no smaller BSED bore exists, making this the most compact option. Always ensure the load is stopped before engaging the lock, and allow at least 0.5 seconds for the release sequence after pressure-balancing both piston sides. For the 160 mm stroke, verify your guiding structure to prevent side-load wear on the seals.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Need both symmetric force AND fail-safe hold?
- ✓ Load to hold ≤ 600 N?
- ✓ Back-rod space for tooling/flag
- ✓ Lock engaged only when stopped
- ✓ G1/8 release-air line available
Installation & Safety Notes
- check Engage the lock only after the rod has stopped — not a dynamic brake.
- check Release only when both piston sides are pressure-balanced.
- check Allow ≥0.5 s for full release before commanding motion.
- check Feed the G1/8 release port with 0.15–0.7 MPa clean air.
- check Support both rod ends; avoid side load.
- check Use BSED mounting (Basic/LB/FA/TC).
Airtac BSED Clamping Double Acting Cylinder BSED32X160 FAQ
The double-rod drive force is equal both ways: 345 N at 0.5 MPa and 483 N at 0.7 MPa (max 49 kgf). The integrated spring-applied rod lock provides a separate 600 N static holding force with no live air.
The lock is a static hold, not a dynamic brake. You must engage it only after the rod stops moving. To release, pressure-balance both piston sides via the PT1/8 ports, then apply air to the G1/8 release port, allowing at least 0.5 seconds for the collet to disengage.
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