Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD50X160
The AirTAC Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD50X160 is a genuine double-acting profile-type standard air cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 160mm stroke, 1/4" 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.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM16×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 21 mm
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About the Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD50X160
The AirTAC SAUD50X160 is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder featuring a 50 mm bore and 160 mm stroke. Because a rod protrudes from both ends, the push and pull forces are identical, delivering 825 N each way at 0.5 MPa. The extruded hard-anodized aluminum barrel makes it shorter than an ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore.
This unit uses a 1/4 inch port and adjustable air cushions at both ends. A computed buyer insight: the safe working load is roughly 495 N, and it can vertically lift about 42 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Note this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG or DMSG sensors. For high-heat environments up to 150 C, order the Viton H seal option.
Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD50X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD50X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | SAU profile-type cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
| 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, 21 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1200 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 (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 200 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 SAUD50X160
| SAU | Profile-type standard cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 SAUD50X160 Is Used
Twin-Tool Stamping
Drives two synchronized forming tools from one piston, ensuring perfectly matched contact pressure on both ends.
Balanced Vertical Lift
Raises and lowers a 42 kg platen with equal force both ways, preventing sagging or uneven drift during reversal.
Anti-Rotation Transfer
Pushes a diverter arm across a belt without twisting, using the dual rods to maintain strict angular alignment.
Is the Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD50X160 the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 50 mm bore when you need 825 N of equal bidirectional force at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires less thrust, the neighboring 40 mm bore provides 528 N both ways. If you need more power, step up to the 63 mm bore which yields 1402 N each way. A double-rod design is the right call for anti-rotation guidance, driving twin tooling, or mounting a switch cam on the back rod. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, and LB foot styles, matching the AirTAC SC series. At 160 mm stroke, side loading is minimal, but always guide the load to prevent binding. Remember this non-magnet SKU cannot host sensors.
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 SAUD50X160 FAQ
The force is equal in both directions because it is a double-rod design. It outputs 825 N at 0.5 MPa, 1154 N at 0.7 MPa, and 1484 N at 0.9 MPa. The 1/4 inch port supplies air to both chambers.
No. The air cushions only decelerate the piston near the stroke ends; they do not act as a brake. If air is lost, the piston will drift. Use an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load.
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