Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD80X160S
The AirTAC SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD80X160S is a genuine double-acting profile-type standard air cylinder with a Ø80mm bore and 160mm 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.
- BoreØ80 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size3/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM20×1.5
- CushionAdjustable, 28 mm
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About the Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD80X160S
The AirTAC SAUD80X160S is a double-acting, double-rod profile cylinder. A Ø25 mm rod protrudes from both ends of the hard-anodized aluminum extrusion, meaning both chambers use the rod-side piston area. This yields exactly 2268 N of thrust and retraction force at 0.5 MPa. The 3/8" port and integrated M20x1.5 rod threads keep airflow high for a 30-800 mm/s speed range.
Because the second rod prevents piston twist, the unit excels at non-rotating guidance and driving twin tools simultaneously. The rear extension can also carry a switch cam. This body is notably shorter than a standard ISO 15552 unit of the same bore. With the -S magnet option, CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors track position directly.
Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD80X160S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD80X160S |
|---|---|
| Series | SAU profile-type cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 3/8" |
| 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, 28 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 (Ø80mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 2268 N | 2268 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 3175 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 463 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.
Model Code: Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD80X160S
| SAU | Profile-type standard cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 80 | 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 SAUD80X160S Is Used
Twin-Spindle Drilling
Drives two synchronized machining heads from one piston, ensuring perfectly matched feed depth on both tools without needing a separate mechanical linkage.
Dual Transfer Pushers
Pushes pallets from either side of a belt using both rod ends, maintaining square contact with the load to prevent skewing during indexing.
Gantry Pick-and-Place
Uses the rear rod extension to trigger a physical limit switch or carry a magnetic cam, providing redundant position feedback in high-speed sorting lines.
Is the Airtac SAUD Double Rod Cylinder SAUD80X160S the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 80 mm bore when your application demands identical push and pull power, or step down to the 63 mm bore providing 1402 N both ways if your load is lighter. If you need more power, the 100 mm bore offers 3681 N each direction. The double-rod layout is the right call for anti-rotation tasks, twin-tool stations, or mounting a sensor cam on the back shaft. You can mount it using basic, FA flange, or LB foot brackets, matching the AirTAC SC series. The -S suffix ensures you have the magnet for electronic or reed switches. For this 160 mm stroke, side loads remain manageable, but always use external guide rails for longer extensions to prevent binding.
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 SAUD80X160S FAQ
The force is equal in both directions because the double-rod design uses the rod-side area on both faces. It delivers 2268 N at 0.5 MPa, 3175 N at 0.7 MPa, and 4082 N at 0.9 MPa.
No, a plain double-rod cylinder will drift if air is lost or the valve is centered. The adjustable 28 mm air cushions only decelerate the piston near the stroke ends. To hold a load securely, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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