Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H
The AirTAC SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 15mm stroke, PT3/8 air ports and a riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Sensor slots around the body accept magnetic switches for position sensing.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizePT3/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM18×1.5 (F) / M26×1.5 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H
The AirTAC SDA100X15H is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder engineered to deliver massive thrust within a minimal axial footprint. A riveted assembly joins the barrel, rear cover, piston, and rod, drastically reducing mounting depth compared to conventional round-body units. At 100 mm bore, it generates 3927 N of push force and 3524.9 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, driven through a PT3/8 air port. This specific H-series configuration utilizes a fluororubber (FKM) seal to endure elevated thermal and oily environments.
This model features a robust 32 mm piston rod and a short 15 mm stroke. End-of-travel deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper at each end, which absorbs impact energy but is not a field-adjustable air cushion. Because this SKU lacks the S option, it has no piston magnet and cannot support position sensing; adding the S variant enables reed or electronic switches in the body grooves.
Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| Rod end thread | M18×1.5 female / M26×1.5 male (B) |
| 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 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed NBR bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 120 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SDA compact-cylinder datasheet. Confirm against the product label before installation. Port thread: PT (standard). Rod: female thread (blank) / male thread (B).
Theoretical Output Force (Ø100mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3927 N | 3525 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 801 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch position sensing (omit = no magnet). |
| B | Male-thread piston rod (omit = female-thread rod). |
Thread: PT standard. Related SDA-family variants: SSA (single-acting push), STA (single-acting pull), SDAD (double rod), SDAJ (adjustable stroke), SDAT (duplex), SDAW (duplex-end).
Where the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H Is Used
Injection Mold Platen Ejection
Provides the intense 3927 N push force required to eject dense plastic parts from injection molding platens, where the short 15 mm stroke and compact riveted body fit neatly between mold tie-bars.
Heavy Stamping Pin Stripping
Strips thick-gauge metal sheets from stamping pins, leveraging the 32 mm rod and FKM high-temperature seals to withstand heated tooling environments and high impact loads.
Hydraulic Press Loading
Feeds heavy billets into a hydraulic press, utilizing the massive 801 kgf maximum thrust capacity to push dense materials into the forming dies without requiring a long extension distance.
Is the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 100 mm bore actuator, stepping down to the SDA80 yields 2513.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, representing the largest available standard compact option below this class. Since 100 mm is the largest bore in the SDA family, no larger standard size exists within the series. Ensure your ordering essentials match this SKU exactly: 100 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, PT3/8 port, female M18x1.5 rod thread, FKM seals, and no sensor magnet.
Keep in mind that a standard double-acting cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure drops or the control valve centers. The piston will drift, and the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates the stroke near its end without acting as a mechanical lock. If your application requires strict load holding on loss of pressure, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into the pneumatic circuit.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Short-body depth vs. a round-body cylinder
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT)
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Female (blank) or male (B) rod thread
- ✓ Side load — avoid on a compact rod
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 short piston rod.
- check Very long strokes are unsuitable for the compact body.
- check Front/rear covers are riveted — do not dismantle.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA100X15H FAQ
This 100 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 3927 N push and 3524.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 5497.8 N push at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum push force is 801 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates on filtered air between 0.15 and 1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa, and supports a speed range of 30-500 mm/s.
It relies on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the piston, which is not an adjustable air cushion; for high-energy cycles, you should add an external shock absorber. Furthermore, it does not function as a lock or brake, so the piston will drift if air is lost, requiring an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for position holding.
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