Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10SBH
The AirTAC Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10SBH 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 SDA12X10SBH
The AirTAC SDA12X10SBH is a double-acting compact cylinder engineered for tight machinery footprints. Its riveted body assembly significantly reduces axial mounting depth compared to round-body units, yielding a theoretical push force of 56.5 N and pull force of 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa. Equipped with a male M5x0.8 threaded piston rod and fluororubber (FKM) seals, this variant is built to withstand higher thermal and oil exposure.
This 12mm bore model includes a built-in piston magnet (-S) for direct mounting of AirTAC reed or electronic switches along the body grooves. 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. Operating at speeds between 30-500 mm/s, it utilizes an M5x0.8 port and provides a safe working load of approximately 34 N (about 60% of the 0.5 MPa push figure).
Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10SBH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10SBH |
|---|---|
| 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 SDA12X10SBH
| 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 SDA12X10SBH Is Used
PCB Edge-Guiding
Shifts delicate printed circuit boards into alignment within a pick-and-place machine, utilizing the 10mm stroke and 56.5 N force to nudge panels without causing surface damage.
Lab Dispenser Pinching
Actuates a pinch valve on automated chemical dispensing lines, where the FKM seals resist aggressive fluid vapors and the compact body saves valuable benchtop space.
Small Part Ejection
Pushes miniature plastic components out of an injection mold cavity, relying on the male M5x0.8 rod end to secure a custom soft-tip ejector pin.
Is the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X10SBH the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12mm bore actuator, stepping up to the SDA16 increases the 0.5 MPa push output to 100.5 N for heavier duties, while this model remains the most compact option in the range. It supports a vertical lift capacity of roughly 2.9 kg when applying a 2:1 safety margin. To confirm your ordering essentials: specify the 12mm bore, 10mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, male M5x0.8 rod thread (-B), the sensor magnet (-S), and the FKM seal (-H). Because a standard compact cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, integrating an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve is necessary for fail-safe positioning.
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 SDA12X10SBH FAQ
This 12mm 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 force is 79.2 N. The theoretical maximum push force is 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates within a pressure range of 0.15-1.0 MPa and a speed range of 30-500 mm/s.
It uses a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the piston near the stroke limits; this is not an adjustable air cushion. For high-speed applications, you should add an external shock absorber or slow the approach. Additionally, the cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost, so an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required for fail-safe holding.
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