
The AirTAC Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD63X500 is a genuine double-acting profile-type standard air cylinder with a Ø63mm bore and 500mm stroke, 3/8" 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.
The AirTAC SAUD63X500 is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder with a 63 mm bore and 500 mm stroke. A rod protrudes from both ends, meaning push and pull forces are identical at 1402 N each way at 0.5 MPa. The extruded aluminium barrel keeps the unit shorter than a standard ISO 15552 cylinder of the same bore. It uses a 3/8 inch port and an M16x1.5 rod thread.
Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches. For elevated thermal demands, a Viton H seal upgrade extends the operating range from -20 to +70 C up to 0-150 C. Based on the 0.5 MPa output, the computed safe working load is roughly 841 N, which translates to a vertical lift capacity of about 71 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
| Model | Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD63X500 |
|---|---|
| Series | SAU profile-type cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 500 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 3/8" |
| 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 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 | 1559 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2182 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 318 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. |
|---|---|
| 63 | 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 opposing machining heads simultaneously with equal 1402 N force, ensuring perfectly synchronized material removal.
Moves pallets along a conveyor without rotational twist, using the dual rods to maintain strict linear alignment over 500 mm.
Actuates a sorting flap from either end, allowing a single cylinder to push items left or right with identical thrust.
When sizing this double-rod unit, compare it against neighbouring bores: the 50 mm provides 825 N, while the 80 mm yields 2268 N, both equal in both directions at 0.5 MPa. Choose the SAUD63X500 when a task demands anti-rotation guidance, twin tooling, or a back-end cam. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, and LB foot styles compatible with the AirTAC SC series. Since the 500 mm stroke is substantial, always support the load with external guides to prevent rod bending and side-load damage. Note that this non-magnetic SKU cannot host position sensors.
Quick checklist
The force is equal in both directions due to the double-rod design. It generates 1402 N at 0.5 MPa, 1962 N at 0.7 MPa, and 2523 N at 0.9 MPa. The unit features a 3/8 inch port and adjustable air cushions at both ends.
No. The air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and does not act as a brake. If air is lost, the load will drift. Use an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve for secure load holding.
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