The AirTAC AirTAC SDA16X5SB Compact Cylinder | 16mm Bore is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 5mm 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.
The AirTAC SDA16X5SB is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder engineered for extremely tight axial spaces. It produces a 100.5 N extend force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for precise short-stroke duties. The riveted body design drastically reduces overall mounting depth compared to conventional round-body units, while the hard-anodized bore ensures durable, low-friction operation.
This specific configuration includes a built-in piston magnet (S) for position sensing and a male M5x0.8 threaded rod end (B) for secure mechanical coupling. The 5 mm movement relies on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to absorb end-stop impact rather than an adjustable air cushion. Operating speeds span 30-500 mm/s, and the integrated body grooves accept AirTAC reed or electronic switches.
| Model | AirTAC SDA16X5SB Compact Cylinder | 16mm Bore |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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).
| 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.
| SDA | Compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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).
Provides accurate lateral pressure for aligning printed circuit boards on a pick-and-place conveyor using its 100.5 N extend force.
Drives a small 5 mm clamping stroke to hold delicate electronic connectors during ultrasonic welding processes.
Pinches flexible silicone tubing in automated fluid dispensing rigs, where the short body length minimizes machine footprint.
Selecting this 16 mm bore yields a safe working load of roughly 60 N (about 60% of the 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa), which translates to a vertical lift capacity near 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. If your application requires less force, stepping down to the SDA12 provides 56.5 N at 0.5 MPa; conversely, the SDA20 offers a stronger 157.1 N push. Keep in mind that a standard compact cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, as the rubber bumper only decelerates near the stroke end and does not function as a locking brake. To hold a load securely without live pressure, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. When ordering, confirm the 16 mm bore, 5 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, male rod thread, and the required sensor magnet.
Quick checklist
This 16 mm bore double-acting cylinder delivers a push force of 100.5 N and a pull force of 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 140.7 N. The theoretical maximum push is 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates within a pressure range of 0.15-1.0 MPa, handles speeds of 30-500 mm/s, and functions in temperatures from -20 to +70 C.
No, the SDA16X5SB uses fixed NBR bumpers at the stroke ends to decelerate the piston, not a field-adjustable air cushion. Additionally, it cannot hold a load if air pressure drops, as the bumper is not a brake. You should add an external shock absorber for high-energy impacts and a pilot-operated check valve for position holding.
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