Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10N
The AirTAC Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10N is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 10mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Sensor slots around the body accept magnetic switches for position sensing.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10N
The AirTAC SDA12X10N is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder engineered for extremely tight axial spaces. It generates a 56.5 N extend force at 0.5 MPa (79.2 N at 0.7 MPa) across its 10 mm stroke, yielding a safe working load of roughly 34 N or a 2.9 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. The riveted body assembly minimizes overall length compared to round-body units, drastically reducing machine footprint.
This 12 mm bore unit features a 6 mm piston rod and an M5x0.8 port. It relies on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the stroke end, which is not an adjustable air cushion. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S option, it has no piston magnet and cannot support magnetic sensing; adding an -S variant enables reed or electronic switches in the body grooves.
Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10N Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10N |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M3×0.5 female / M5×0.8 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 50 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 (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 57 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 79 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 12 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 SDA12X10N
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 SDA12X10N Is Used
PCB Probe Ejection
Provides a compact 56.5 N push to eject small printed circuit boards from test fixtures without consuming valuable vertical assembly space.
Micro-Clamp Actuation
Actuates tiny clamping jaws in electronics assembly, utilizing the 10 mm stroke to secure delicate components during ultrasonic welding.
Lab Dispenser Triggering
Drives the precise short stroke of pneumatic micro-pumps for chemical dispensing, where a 2.9 kg lift capacity easily overcomes cartridge spring resistance.
Is the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10N the Right Cylinder?
For sizing context, stepping up to the SDA16 increases the 0.5 MPa push force to 100.5 N, whereas this 12 mm bore provides 56.5 N. When ordering, confirm the 10 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, female M3x0.5 rod-end thread, and the absence of a sensor magnet. Note that an undocumented 'N' code is present in this SKU but carries no official specification.
Keep in mind that a standard compact cylinder will not hold a load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, as the piston drifts and the fixed rubber bumper only decelerates near the travel limits. To maintain vertical position without live pressure, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 SDA12X10N FAQ
This 12 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides a push force of 56.5 N and a pull force of 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push is 79.2 N. The theoretical maximum push is 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa, with an operating pressure range of 0.15-1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, meaning it has no internal piston magnet and cannot trigger AirTAC reed or electronic switches. You would need to specify the -S variant to utilize the magnetic switch grooves molded into the cylinder body.
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