Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X30
The AirTAC SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X30 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 30mm 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
- Stroke30 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.
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About the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X30
The AirTAC SDA16X30 is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder engineered for tight machinery footprints. The 30 mm stroke extends within a hard-anodized bore, operating at speeds from 30 to 500 mm/s.
This model features a short riveted body that significantly reduces axial mounting depth compared to standard round-body units. End-stopping relies on a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion, meaning high-energy cycles may require external shock absorption. This specific SKU lacks a piston magnet and therefore cannot host position sensing switches.
Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X30 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X30 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 SDA16X30
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 SDA16X30 Is Used
Blister Pack Sealing
Actuates lightweight sealing jaws where the 100.5 N extension force at 0.5 MPa is sufficient to press thin polymer films together.
Lab Dispenser Routing
Indexes fluid dispensing valves on analytical instruments, benefiting from the minimal axial length to fit within crowded desktop enclosures.
Is the Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA16X30 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore unit, stepping down to the SDA12 provides 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the SDA20 increases that output to 157.1 N. Keep in mind that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve centers, 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 requires strict position holding.
To order correctly, confirm the 16 mm bore, 30 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, and the female M3x0.5 rod-end thread. Because this SKU omits the S option, it has no internal magnet for reed or electronic switches.
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 SDA16X30 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa this cylinder provides 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 140.7 N. The theoretical maximum push is 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa, with an operating pressure range of 0.15-1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the S option, meaning it lacks a piston magnet and cannot trigger reed or electronic switches. You would need to specify the SDA16X30S variant to enable position sensing.
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