The AirTAC AirTAC SDA100X60SB Compact Cylinder | 100mm Bore is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 60mm stroke, PT3/8 air ports and a riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Sensor slots around the body accept magnetic switches for position sensing.
The AirTAC SDA100X60SB is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder engineered to deliver a formidable 3927 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. By utilizing a short riveted body assembly, it drastically reduces axial mounting depth compared to conventional round-body units, making it highly effective for machinery where spatial footprint is strictly limited. The hard-anodized bore ensures smooth, low-friction operation throughout its 30-500 mm/s speed range.
This specific configuration includes an integrated piston magnet (-S) for direct mounting of AirTAC reed or electronic switches along the body grooves, enabling precise end-of-stroke detection. It is also equipped with a male M26x1.5 piston rod thread (-B), offering a robust mechanical coupling for heavy payloads. Instead of an adjustable air cushion, the unit relies on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to absorb impact energy.
| Model | AirTAC SDA100X60SB Compact Cylinder | 100mm Bore |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 60 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| Rod end thread | M18×1.5 female / M26×1.5 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 | 3927 N | 3525 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 801 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. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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).
Provides the heavy push force required to eject thick metal blanks from progressive stamping dies, utilizing the male M26x1.5 rod for secure tooling attachment.
Handles vertical lifting of heavy product layers in end-of-line palletizing cells, where the short riveted body minimizes overhead machinery height.
Secures heavy structural steel beams in robotic welding fixtures, relying on the 5497.8 N extend force at 0.7 MPa to prevent part deflection during the weld process.
When sizing this actuator, evaluate your force requirements carefully. Stepping down, the SDA80 provides 2513.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa, which may suffice for lighter duties. The SDA100X60SB itself yields a safe working load of approximately 2356 N (about 60% of its 3927 N output at 0.5 MPa), translating to a vertical lift capacity of roughly 200.2 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. As the largest standard bore in this series, stepping further up requires exploring alternative body styles. Confirm your ordering essentials: 100 mm bore, 60 mm stroke, PT3/8 port, built-in magnet, and male M26x1.5 rod thread.
Keep in mind that a standard compact cylinder cannot hold a load if air pressure drops or the control valve is centered; the piston will drift, and the fixed rubber bumper only decelerates the stroke near its limits. If your application demands fail-safe load holding, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your pneumatic circuit.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, this double-acting cylinder provides 3927 N of push force and 3524.9 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 5497.8 N and the pull to 4934.8 N. The theoretical maximum push force is 801 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
It uses a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the piston near the stroke limits; this is not an adjustable air cushion. Additionally, it does not hold position if air is lost, so an external shock absorber is recommended for high-speed approaches, and a pilot-operated check valve is needed for load holding.
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