
The AirTAC Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X475 is a genuine double-acting profile-type standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 475mm stroke, 1/2" air ports and adjustable end cushioning. Its hard-anodized aluminum-profile barrel is shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore, and it shares SC-series mounting accessories.
The AirTAC SAU100X475 is a double-acting profile-type cylinder engineered for heavy-duty linear motion. It provides a robust push force of 3927 N and a pull force of 3681 N at 0.5 MPa. Designed with an extruded aluminum barrel, this unit is notably shorter and more compact than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore, saving valuable machine space. It features a 1/2" port and an M20x1.5 rod thread.
For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of about 2356 N at 0.5 MPa, accounting for seal friction and smooth travel. This translates to lifting roughly 200 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The standard TPU seals handle temperatures from -20 to +70 C, while a Viton H option extends this to 0-150 C. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, meaning it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic sensors.
| Model | Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X475 |
|---|---|
| Series | SAU profile-type cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 475 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/2" |
| Rod thread | M20×1.5 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 29 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SAU series datasheet. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT (blank) / G (BSPP). A high-temperature seal (0-150 °C) is available.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3927 N | 3682 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 801 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| SAU | Profile-type standard cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×475 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Related SAU-family variants: SAUD (double rod), SAUJ (adjustable stroke), SAUF (with built-in solenoid valve), and SAU-S with built-in magnet. Seals: TPU (blank) / Viton H / NBR N. Sensor switches: CMSG / DMSG / EMSG.
Drives heavy metal blanks into a stamping press, utilizing the 3927 N push force to move 200 kg loads smoothly over the 475 mm travel distance.
Indexes empty pallets along a heavy-duty conveyor line, where the compact profile length frees up floor space in tight logistics hubs.
Pushes large molded plastic parts out of heavy industrial tooling, relying on the 1/2" port for rapid air exchange and fast retraction.
When sizing this 100 mm bore actuator, compare it against adjacent bores: a 63 mm unit yields 1559 N push at 0.5 MPa, while no larger standard bore exists in the SAU series, making this the maximum thrust option at 801 kgf theoretical max. Because this is a plain cylinder without a magnet, it cannot accept position sensors. To secure a load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, you must add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve, as the adjustable 29 mm air cushions only decelerate the piston near stroke end and will not hold the load. Mounting relies on AirTAC SC-series accessories like LB foot, FA/FB flange, or CA/CB clevis. Given the 475 mm stroke, external guide rails are strongly recommended to prevent rod bending and absorb side loads.
Quick checklist
This 100 mm bore cylinder features a 1/2" port and an M20x1.5 rod thread. It delivers a push force of 3927 N and a pull force of 3681 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa the push force is 5497 N, and the theoretical maximum force is 801 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the SAU is a profile-type cylinder that is shorter than an ISO 15552 unit, and you must never claim ISO interchangeability. Mounting compatibility is strictly with the AirTAC SC-series accessories, including LB foot, FA/FB flange, and CA/CB clevis. Additionally, this SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept magnetic sensors.
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