Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X5
The AirTAC Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X5 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 5mm 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
- Stroke5 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 SDA12X5
The AirTAC SDA12X5 is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder engineered for extremely tight spaces. It generates 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 (about 60% of the 0.5 MPa push figure) and a vertical lift capacity near 2.9 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
Its riveted body design drastically reduces axial mounting depth compared to round-body units, fitting neatly into compact machinery. The bore is hard-anodized for longevity, while a fixed NBR bumper at each end absorbs end-stop impact. Note that this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot host magnetic switches; adding an S suffix enables reed or electronic switch integration.
Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X5 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X5 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 SDA12X5
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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 SDA12X5 Is Used
PCB Probe Testing
Drives delicate probe pins onto printed circuit boards with its 5 mm stroke, utilizing the 34 N safe working load to verify contacts without damaging traces.
Microfluidic Valve Actuation
Toggles small directional valves in lab automation arrays, where the short riveted body saves valuable axial depth inside densely packed diagnostic instruments.
Small Part Ejection
Pushes miniature plastic components out of molding cavities, relying on the 56.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa to overcome minor friction and release the part cleanly.
Is the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA12X5 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore actuator, consider stepping up to the SDA16 if your application requires more force, as the 16 mm version provides 100.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa. This SDA12X5 model features a 6 mm piston rod, an M5x0.8 air port, and a female M3x0.5 rod-end thread. Confirm your requirements for bore, stroke, port, and rod thread when requesting a quote.
Keep in mind that a standard double-acting cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, as the piston will drift. The fixed NBR bumper only decelerates the stroke near the end of travel and does not function as a locking brake. If your setup demands strict load holding without live pressure, you must 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 SDA12X5 FAQ
This double-acting 12 mm bore cylinder delivers 56.5 N push and 42.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 79.2 N push and 59.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum push of 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates between 0.15 and 1.0 MPa, runs at 30-500 mm/s, and functions in temperatures from -20 to +70 C.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet, meaning it cannot trigger AirTAC reed or electronic switches. You would need to order the SDA12X5S variant to enable sensor integration via the body grooves.
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