Airtac MSD Multi-Position Fixed Cylinder MSD6X5S
The AirTAC Airtac MSD Multi-Position Fixed Cylinder MSD6X5S is a genuine MD multi-mount cylinder (single acting, push type), 6 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 5.7 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact.
- TypeMulti-mount, single acting, push type
- SeriesMD (standard)
- Bore6 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa5.7 N
- Operating pressure0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper
- MagnetWith magnet (sensor-ready)
- ThreadPT
- 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 MSD Multi-Position Fixed Cylinder MSD6X5S
The MSD6X5S is a 6 mm bore, 5 mm stroke single-acting push type multi-mount cylinder with a built-in magnet. Its compact square body fixes from 6 directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom) and mounts side by side to save space, with magnetic-switch slots around the body and high guide precision - the magnet lets switches detect the rod position in those slots. The 6 mm single-acting bore gives a theoretical push force of 5.7 N at 0.5 MPa, ideal for a short, light push stroke. Cushioning is a bumper, and it runs on air filtered to 40 um at 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi), 50-500 mm/s, from -20 to 70 C.
This is a genuine AirTAC part in the standard MD family (not the no-rotating MK family). The trailing S on this SKU means a magnet is fitted; the magnet is optional and appears only where the code shows S. Dimensions and sizing for your fixture are confirmed from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MSD Multi-Position Fixed Cylinder MSD6X5S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSD Multi-Position Fixed Cylinder MSD6X5S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, single acting, push type |
| Series | MD (standard) |
| Bore | 6 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 5.7 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | With magnet (S) |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 50 - 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Bumper |
| Mounting | Fix from 6 directions; mountable side by side |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MD/MK multi-mount data. The front cover and piston are short, so avoid an over-long stroke. An optional high-temperature seal material extends the range to 0 to 150 C. Overall dimensions vary per stroke and allowable side-load is published as curves — ask us and we confirm from the datasheet.
How to choose
Size the bore for the force: the 6 mm single-acting bore gives 5.7 N theoretical push at 0.5 MPa; step up to 16 mm (70.4 N single-acting at 0.5 MPa) if you need more. This is the MD standard version - if the rod must not rotate, pick the MK family instead. Acting type options across the series include double (MD), single push (MSD), single pull (MTD), double rod (MDD) and adjustable (MDJ). Single-acting strokes run up to 20 mm, and this 5 mm stroke keeps the body very short - avoid over-long strokes on short covers. The S suffix means a magnet is included, which you need if you plan to fit magnetic switches; drop S if sensing is not required. Choose the G-thread suffix if your ports need G instead of the PT standard.
Applications
Micro clamp with part-present check
Fixed to the face of a small assembly fixture, the cylinder clamps a micro part during an operation, and the magnet lets a switch confirm the clamp is extended before the cycle continues.
Small-part gate
Mounted on the side rail of a compact conveyor, the short-stroke cylinder extends to gate or stop small parts at a sorting point; the magnet signal confirms the gate is fully open or closed.
Jig eject signal
Set into the top of a small jig, the cylinder pushes a finished part free of its nest; the built-in magnet gives a position signal so the controller knows the eject stroke has completed.
FAQ
What is the difference between MSD6X5S and MSD6X5?
Only the magnet. The S suffix on MSD6X5S means the cylinder is supplied with a magnet so magnetic switches in the slots around the body can detect rod position; MSD6X5 has no S and therefore no magnet. Bore (6 mm), stroke (5 mm), single-acting push function and PT thread are the same on both.
Can I use this cylinder where the rod must not rotate?
No - the MSD family is the standard MD version. If your tooling needs the rod or a fitted plate held against rotation, choose the corresponding MK no-rotating family (for example MSK), which adds a no-rotating plate, brass bushing and fixed rod. This 6-direction-fixing multi-mount body otherwise mounts from front, back, left, right, top and bottom; side-load limits and exact dimensions come from the datasheet.