
The AirTAC Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA63X5 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø63mm bore and 5mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and a riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Sensor slots around the body accept magnetic switches for position sensing.
The AirTAC SDA63X5 is a double-acting single-rod compact cylinder engineered for tight axial spaces, delivering a robust 1558.6 N push and 1401.5 N pull at 0.5 MPa. Its riveted body assembly significantly reduces overall mounting length compared to conventional round-body units, making it highly effective for machinery where footprint depth is restricted. The unit features a hard-anodized bore and operates at speeds between 30-500 mm/s.
This specific configuration utilizes a 20 mm piston rod and PT1/4 air ports. Deceleration at stroke ends is handled by a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion, meaning high-energy cycles may require external shock absorption. Note that this particular SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot support magnetic position sensing without upgrading to the -S option.
| Model | Airtac SDA Ultra Thin Cylinder SDA63X5 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 5 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod end thread | M10×1.5 female / M18×1.5 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 | 1559 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2182 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 318 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. |
|---|---|
| 63 | 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).
Drives short 5 mm insertion strokes for aligning dowel pins in automotive transmission assembly fixtures.
Applies 1558.6 N of extend force to crimp wire terminals onto copper leads in electric motor manufacturing.
Secures circuit board panels inside pick-and-place machines without extending into the main work envelope.
When sizing this 63 mm bore actuator, evaluate your force requirements carefully: stepping down to the SDA50 yields 981.7 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the SDA80 provides 2513.3 N. The SDA63X5 provides a safe working load of roughly 935 N (about 60% of its 1558.6 N capacity) and can vertically lift approximately 79.4 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. To finalize your order, confirm the 5 mm stroke, PT1/4 port, female M10x1.5 rod-end thread, and the absence of a magnet. Keep in mind that this cylinder will drift and cannot hold a load if air pressure is lost, as the fixed bumper only decelerates the piston near the end of travel rather than locking it in place.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 1558.6 N and the pull force is 1401.5 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push is 2182.1 N and the pull is 1962.2 N. The theoretical maximum push is 318 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa, and the operating speed spans 30-500 mm/s.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet, so it cannot trigger AirTAC reed or electronic switches. You must select the -S option code to enable position sensing. Additionally, end-stop deceleration relies on a fixed NBR bumper, not an adjustable air cushion, so external shock absorbers are recommended for high-speed operations.
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