Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X45
The AirTAC Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X45 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 45mm 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
- Stroke45 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X45
The AirTAC SDA12X45 is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder engineered for tight machinery layouts. It provides 56.5 N of push force and 42.4 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, yielding a safe working load of roughly 34 N or a 2.9 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. The 45 mm stroke operates within the 12 mm bore's 60 mm standard limit, ensuring standard delivery.
Its riveted body significantly reduces axial mounting depth compared to round-body units, while the hard-anodized bore extends service life. End stops rely on a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion, meaning external shock absorbers are recommended for high-energy cycles. This specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot host magnetic switches.
Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X45 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X45 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 45 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 SDA12X45
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×45 | 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 SDA12X45 Is Used
PCB Probe Testing
Drives delicate pneumatic test pins onto printed circuit boards, utilizing the 56.5 N push force to ensure reliable electrical contact without damaging the substrate.
Lab Dispenser Positioning
Moves micro-fluidic valves or syringe heads in compact diagnostic equipment where the 45 mm stroke and minimal axial footprint are critical for fitting inside small enclosures.
Small Part Ejection
Ejects tiny plastic components from injection mold cavities, using the 6 mm rod and fixed NBR bumper to safely complete the 45 mm travel at cycle speeds up to 500 mm/s.
Is the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X45 the Right Cylinder?
If you need slightly more thrust, stepping up to the SDA16 increases output to 100.5 N at 0.5 MPa, while the SDA12 represents the smallest available bore in this series. When sizing this 12 mm unit, remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered—the fixed bumper only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and does not function as a locking brake. To suspend a load safely without live pressure, incorporate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. To order, confirm the 12 mm bore, 45 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, female M3x0.5 rod thread, and the absence of the magnet option.
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 SDA12X45 FAQ
This 12 mm bore double-acting cylinder outputs 56.5 N push and 42.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 79.2 N push and 59.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum push is 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure spans 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a speed range of 30-500 mm/s.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S option, meaning it lacks a piston magnet and cannot trigger AirTAC reed or electronic switches. If your application requires position sensing, you must select the SDA12X45S variant, which includes the built-in magnet for switch grooves.
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