Airtac SAILF Front Locking Pneumatic Cylinder SAILF100X600S
The AirTAC Airtac SAILF Front Locking Pneumatic Cylinder SAILF100X600S is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 profile cylinder with a Ø100mm bore, 600mm stroke and a built-in spring-applied, air-released mechanical lock in the front cover — it holds the load at the extended (rod-out) stroke end even when air is lost.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke600 mm
- Port sizeG1/2
- Lock positionFront cover
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- UnlockAir + manual
About the Airtac SAILF Front Locking Pneumatic Cylinder SAILF100X600S
The AirTAC SAILF100X600-S is a double-acting ISO 15552 profile cylinder equipped with a magnetic piston and a mechanical lock housed in the front cover. Because the locker is positioned at the front, the spring-applied, air-released lock engages precisely when the piston reaches the extended stroke end. This mechanism securely holds the rod-out load without requiring continuous live pressure. Generating a substantial 3927N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it is built for heavy-duty positioning tasks.
The lock releases automatically when air is supplied to the release port, or manually via the override lever. Unlike a plain SAI cylinder, this SAIL model provides true power-failure safety, though it functions strictly as a static holding device that engages after the rod stops, not a dynamic mid-stroke brake. Furthermore, the variable air cushion at the front locker end is shorter at 24 mm compared to the 36 mm cushion on the rear free end, ensuring compact deceleration without interfering with the locking mechanism.
Airtac SAILF Front Locking Pneumatic Cylinder SAILF100X600S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SAILF Front Locking Pneumatic Cylinder SAILF100X600S |
|---|---|
| Series | SAIL ISO 15552 cylinder with lock |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 600 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, with lock |
| Port size | G1/2 |
| Rod thread | M20×1.5 |
| Lock type | Spring-applied, air-released (front cover) |
|---|---|
| Unlock | Automatic (air) & manual |
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable (36 mm free end / 24 mm lock end) |
| Max stroke | Up to 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SAIL datasheet (ISO 15552). Confirm against the product label before installation. Port options: PT / G.
How the Lock Holds
The lock is spring-applied and air-released: a spring drives a lock pin into the rod when the release air is removed, so the load is held at the extended (rod-out) stroke end without live pressure. Supply air to the release port to unlock automatically, or use the manual release lever.
The lock engages only when the piston reaches the stroke terminal on the front-cover side — it is a static end-of-stroke hold, not a mid-stroke clamp and not a moving-rod brake. For locking at any position along the stroke, choose a BSAI clamp-lock instead.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø100mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3927 N | 3682 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 801 kgf | |
Cylinder thrust is separate from the lock's holding capability. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure — size with a margin.
Where the Airtac SAILF Front Locking Pneumatic Cylinder SAILF100X600S Is Used
Extended Load Safety
Holds a lifted workpiece securely at the extended stroke end during a power loss, preventing gravity from retracting the rod.
Flow Control Gates
Locks a diverter arm in the rod-out position to block material flow without consuming compressed air during the hold.
Out-Feed Clamping
Pushes a part forward and locks it at the extended terminal for machining, ensuring zero movement without live pressure.
Is the Airtac SAILF Front Locking Pneumatic Cylinder SAILF100X600S the Right Lock Cylinder?
Choose this 100 mm bore cylinder when an application requires holding a heavy extended load on power loss, stepping up from an 80 mm bore that provides 2513N push force at 0.5 MPa. If the load must be clamped at an arbitrary mid-stroke position rather than held at the extended end, select the BSAI clamp-lock cylinder instead. Remember that the SAILF lock is a static end-of-stroke hold, so if human safety depends on the load staying extended, you must add an independent safety measure.
For this 600 mm stroke model, use a guide rail to prevent side-load damage to the rod seals. To maintain lock integrity, never use a fast-exhaust valve; back-pressure on the locker side can unintentionally release the lock, so an independent-exhaust solenoid valve is required. When replacing, verify the 100 mm bore, 600 mm stroke, front locker position, 1/2-inch PT port, and the -S magnet compatible with CMSE reed and DMSE electronic sensors.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Hold needed at the extended (rod-out) end?
- ✓ Or lock anywhere → use BSAI
- ✓ Independent-exhaust valve fitted
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/G)
- ✓ Extra safety measure for people
Airtac SAILF Front Locking Pneumatic Cylinder SAILF100X600S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 100 mm bore cylinder generates 3927N of push force and 3681N of pull force. At a maximum operating pressure of 1.0 MPa, it achieves 801 kgf.
The spring-applied lock engages automatically when the piston reaches the extended stroke end, holding the load without air pressure. It releases by supplying air to the release port or by using the manual override lever. It is a static end-hold only, not a mid-stroke clamp.
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