The AirTAC AirTAC SDA100X60SH 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 SDA100X60SH is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder engineered to deliver substantial force within a minimal axial footprint. By utilizing a short riveted body that integrates the barrel, rear cover, piston, and rod, this unit achieves an overall length unattainable by conventional round-body actuators. At 100 mm bore, it generates 3927 N of push force and 3524.9 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, operating efficiently between 0.15 and 1.0 MPa.
This specific configuration includes an -S piston magnet for direct mounting of AirTAC reed or electronic switches along the body grooves, plus an -H fluororubber (FKM) seal variant for enhanced thermal and oil resistance. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable cushion. With a 32 mm piston rod and female M18x1.5 threading, buyers must ensure the load is guided to avoid side-loading the compact rod.
| Model | AirTAC SDA100X60SH 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).
Drives heavy ejector pins in plastic injection molding machinery where the 3927 N push force clears dense parts, while the compact depth fits within tight mold voids.
Positions heavy back-gauge stops on sheet metal press brakes, utilizing the 32 mm rod and 60 mm stroke to handle high-thrust positioning without axial bulk.
Actuates heavy-duty clamps in automated coil feeding lines for mechanical stamping presses, relying on FKM seals to withstand elevated ambient heat.
Selecting the SDA100X60SH provides a massive 801 kgf maximum theoretical push at 1.0 MPa, translating to a safe working load of roughly 2356 N (about 60% of the 3927 N figure at 0.5 MPa) and a vertical lift capacity near 200.2 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. If your application requires less force, the SDA80 offers 2513.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa; as the largest standard bore in this series, stepping up beyond 100 mm requires evaluating alternative heavy-duty profiles. Confirm your ordering essentials: 100 mm bore, 60 mm stroke, PT3/8 port, female M18x1.5 rod end, FKM seals, and the built-in magnet.
Because this is a double-acting actuator, it will not hold a load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered—the piston drifts, and the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates near the stroke end. For vertical or suspended loads requiring fail-safe holding, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your pneumatic circuit.
Quick checklist
This 100 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 3927 N push and 3524.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 5497.8 N push and 4934.8 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum push is 801 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates at speeds of 30-500 mm/s within a 0.15-1.0 MPa pressure range and a -20 to +70 C temperature environment.
It relies on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the piston, which is not an adjustable air cushion; for high-energy cycles, add an external shock absorber. The included -S magnet allows tracking via AirTAC reed or electronic switches mounted in the body grooves, and the -H designation specifies fluororubber seals for harsher conditions.
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