
The AirTAC Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD100X500S is a genuine double-acting profile-type standard air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 500mm 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 SAUD100X500S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder with a 100mm bore and 500mm stroke. Because a rod extends from both ends, the push and pull output is identical at 3681 N each way at 0.5 MPa. The extruded hard-anodized aluminum barrel keeps the overall length shorter than a standard ISO 15552 unit of the same size, and it includes a built-in magnet (-S) for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
This 1/2" ported model features a 25mm rod with an M20x1.5 thread and adjustable 29mm air cushions at both ends. The equal force makes it ideal for non-rotating or synchronized tasks, while the rear rod can carry a switch cam. For high-temperature environments up to 150 C, Viton H seals are available.
| Model | Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD100X500S |
|---|---|
| Series | SAU profile-type cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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 | 3682 N | 3682 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5154 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 751 kgf | |
Double-rod model: the rod passes through the rear cover, so both piston faces lose rod area and push is shown at the annular-area value. 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. |
| ×500 | 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 two synchronized machining heads from opposite rod ends, ensuring perfectly balanced cutting feed without rotational twist.
Lifts heavy fabrication jigs vertically with identical push and pull power, preventing sagging on the return stroke.
Mounts a transfer arm on the front rod and a switch cam on the rear rod to confirm stroke position on packaging lines.
Choose this 100mm bore if your application demands 3681 N of equal force in both directions, such as twin-tool machining or anti-twist lifting. Sizing down, the 80mm bore provides 2268 N each way at 0.5 MPa; sizing up is not available as 100mm is the maximum profile. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, and LB foot styles, matching the AirTAC SC series. The -S magnet enables electronic or reed sensing. Because the stroke is 500mm, external guide rails are recommended to prevent rod bending under side loads.
Quick checklist
The force is equal in both directions due to the double-rod design. It outputs 3681 N at 0.5 MPa, 5153 N at 0.7 MPa, and 6626 N at 0.9 MPa. The 1/2" port and 25mm rod ensure stable flow and strength for these loads.
No, a plain double-rod cylinder will drift on air loss because the adjustable 29mm cushions only decelerate the piston near the stroke ends, they do not lock it. To maintain a vertical position, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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