Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X10
The AirTAC SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X10 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X10
The AirTAC SDA16X10 is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder engineered for tight mechanical layouts. The hard-anodized 16 mm bore and two-way piston seal ensure reliable service within the 0.15-1.0 MPa operating range.
Its riveted body design integrates the barrel, rear cover, piston, and rod into an exceptionally short axial package, drastically reducing mounting footprint compared to conventional round-body units. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion, meaning external shock absorbers should be added for high-energy cycles. This specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so position sensing is not supported without upgrading to the -S variant for reed or electronic switches.
Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X10 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 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 SDA16X10
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 SDA16X10 Is Used
PCB Depaneling Ejector
Provides a short 10 mm thrust to eject singulated circuit boards from a routing fixture, utilizing the 100.5 N push force without consuming valuable Z-axis height.
Blister Pack Flap Tucker
Folds cardboard flaps on small pharmaceutical blister packs, where the 6 mm rod and compact riveted body fit neatly between packaging lane guide rails.
Lab Dispenser Valve Actuation
Toggles a micro-dispense valve for reagent dosing, operating at speeds up to 500 mm/s while the fixed NBR bumper softens the impact at the 10 mm stroke limit.
Is the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X10 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this model, stepping down to the SDA12 bore reduces the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, while stepping up to the SDA20 bore increases it to 157.1 N. To verify your ordering essentials for this 16 mm bore: confirm the 10 mm stroke, the M5x0.8 air port, the standard female M3x0.5 rod-end thread, and that no piston magnet is required. Keep in mind that a standard compact cylinder drifts if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, as the fixed bumper only decelerates the stroke end rather than locking the load; utilize an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if your application demands strict position holding.
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 SDA16X10 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 100.5 N and the pull force is 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 140.7 N and the pull force is 121 N. The theoretical maximum push force is 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet, so it cannot trigger AirTAC reed or electronic switches. You must specify the -S option (SDA16X10S) to enable sensing. Additionally, end-stop deceleration relies on a fixed NBR bumper, which is not an adjustable air cushion.
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