
The AirTAC Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA32X50 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 50mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and a riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Sensor slots around the body accept magnetic switches for position sensing.
The AirTAC SDA32X50 is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder engineered to deliver 402.1 N of push force and 345.6 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Its riveted assembly joins the barrel, rear cover, piston, and rod into a highly shortened unit, drastically reducing axial mounting depth compared to conventional round-body designs. The 12 mm piston rod utilizes a female M6x1.0 thread, while the body features a PT1/8 port.
This model relies on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the stroke end rather than an adjustable air cushion. Because this specific SKU lacks the S option, it has no piston magnet and cannot accept AirTAC reed or electronic switches. Operating speeds span 30-500 mm/s within a 0.15-1.0 MPa pressure range.
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA32X50 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 50 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| Rod end thread | M6×1.0 female / M10×1.25 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 120 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).
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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).
Secures aluminum workpieces inside CNC machining centers, utilizing the 402.1 N extend force to hold parts firmly against cutting forces without requiring deep axial mounting.
Deploys a 50 mm stroke to fold corrugated cardboard flaps on automated packaging lines, where the fixed NBR bumper absorbs the impact at the end of the movement.
Actuates routing gates on parcel conveyor systems, providing rapid 30-500 mm/s actuation to redirect packages while maintaining a minimal machine footprint.
When sizing this unit, consider stepping down to the SDA25 for 245.4 N of push at 0.5 MPa, or moving up to the SDA40 if your application requires 628.3 N. The 32 mm bore with a 50 mm stroke provides a safe working load of roughly 241 N, which translates to a vertical lift capacity of about 20.5 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Be aware that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the fixed bumper only slows the piston near the end of travel and does not function as a locking brake. For suspended loads, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Confirm ordering essentials: 32 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, PT1/8 port, female rod thread, and no sensor magnet.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa this cylinder provides 402.1 N push and 345.6 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 563 N push and 483.8 N pull. The theoretical maximum push force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the S option, meaning it lacks a piston magnet and cannot be used with AirTAC reed or electronic switches. You must select the SDA32X50S variant if position sensing is required.
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