Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60
The AirTAC Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60 is a genuine double-acting profile-type standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 60mm 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.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port size1/2"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 29 mm
About the Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60
The AirTAC SAU100X60 is a double-acting profile-type cylinder built for heavy-duty automation. It delivers a push force of 3927 N and a pull force of 3681 N at 0.5 MPa. Because it uses an extruded aluminum profile barrel, this unit is physically shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same 100 mm bore, saving valuable machine space without sacrificing power. It features a 1/2 inch air port and a 25 mm rod with an M20x1.5 thread.
For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of roughly 2356 N, which accounts for seal friction at 0.5 MPa. In a vertical lift scenario, this actuator can reliably raise about 200 kg 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 150 C. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches.
Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60 |
|---|---|
| Series | SAU profile-type cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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.
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 | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60
| SAU | Profile-type standard cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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.
Where the Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60 Is Used
Press Fit Assembly
Drives heavy bearings into automotive housings, utilizing the 3927 N push force at 0.5 MPa to seat components reliably.
Pallet Handling
Pushes loaded pallets onto transfer lines where the compact profile length prevents interference with conveyor frames.
Injection Mold Ejection
Ejects dense plastic parts from molding machines, using the 60 mm stroke to clear the tooling quickly at up to 800 mm/s.
Is the Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 100 mm bore actuator, compare it against its neighbors. Dropping down to an 80 mm bore yields 2513 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while this 100 mm unit provides 3927 N, offering a substantial jump in capability for heavier mechanisms. If you need even more power, this is the largest standard bore in the SAU series, so exceeding its 801 kgf maximum requires a different approach. Mount this cylinder using AirTAC SC-series accessories, such as LB foot brackets or FA flanges.
Keep in mind that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the adjustable 29 mm air cushions only decelerate the piston near the end of stroke and do not function as a locking brake. To hold a load securely in place during an air loss event, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your pneumatic circuit.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Side load — consider a guided cylinder
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Adjust end cushion screws for smooth stops.
- check Use correct mounting accessory (FA/FB/CA/CB/LB — same as SC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac SAU Standard Air Cylinder SAU100X60 FAQ
This 100 mm bore cylinder has a 1/2 inch air port and generates 3927 N push / 3681 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 5497 N push at 0.7 MPa, 7068 N push at 0.9 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 801 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
It is not an ISO 15552 cylinder; mounting accessories must be from the AirTAC SC series (LB, FA, CA). Additionally, because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches.
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