Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S
The AirTAC Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S is a genuine double-acting profile-type standard air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 260mm stroke, 1/8" 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.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke260 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- CushionAdjustable, 21 mm
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About the Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S
The AirTAC SAUD32X260S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder. A 12mm rod exits both ends of the hard-anodized aluminum extruded barrel, meaning both faces use the rod-side area. Output is equal in both directions at 345 N each way at 0.5 MPa. The 1/8 inch port feeds this compact body, which is shorter than a standard ISO 15552 unit of the same 32mm bore.
Because the rear rod protrudes, it easily carries a switch cam to trip a sensor. This -S SKU includes a piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. For sizing, a safe working load is roughly 207 N (about 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa force), translating to a vertical lift capacity of 18 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Viton H seals can raise the operating ceiling to 150 C.
Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S |
|---|---|
| Series | SAU profile-type cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 260 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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, 21 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1000 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 (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S
| SAU | Profile-type standard cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×260 | 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 SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S Is Used
Gripper Transfer
Drives a pick and place head where equal push and pull force keeps the horizontal transfer stable in both directions.
Edge Guiding
Aligns moving webs using twin tooling mounted to both rod ends for synchronized, non-rotating clamping.
Cam Switch Tripping
Uses the extended rear rod to physically trigger an external limit switch at mid-stroke for early confirmation.
Is the Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 32mm bore if you need 345 N of equal push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down is not an option as 32mm is the smallest available SAUD bore. Stepping up to the 40mm bore yields 528 N both ways. The double-rod architecture is the right call when your mechanism demands anti-rotation guidance, synchronized twin tooling, or back-end switch tripping. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, and LB foot styles, matching the AirTAC SC series. With a 260mm stroke, you must support any side loads with an external guide to prevent rod binding. The included magnet enables position sensing.
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 SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD32X260S FAQ
The output force is equal in both directions because a rod exits both ends. It generates 345 N at 0.5 MPa, 483 N at 0.7 MPa, and 621 N at 0.9 MPa. The 1/8 inch port feeds the 12mm rod chamber on both faces.
No, a plain double-rod cylinder drifts without live air. The adjustable 21mm air cushions only decelerate the piston near the stroke ends. For true load holding on power loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
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