The AirTAC AirTAC SDA32X15H Compact Cylinder | 32mm Bore is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 15mm 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 SDA32X15H is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder featuring a 32mm bore and 15mm stroke. It generates 402.1 N of push force and 345.6 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The -H designation indicates a fluororubber (FKM) seal variant, providing enhanced resistance to higher temperatures and oils compared to standard NBR. Its short, riveted body assembly significantly reduces axial mounting depth, making it highly effective for machinery where space savings are critical.
This model incorporates a 12mm piston rod and PT1/8 air ports. Instead of an adjustable air cushion, it relies on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the stroke. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot directly host AirTAC reed or electronic switches. The bore is hard-anodized, and the piston utilizes a two-way seal for efficient pneumatic operation.
| Model | AirTAC SDA32X15H Compact Cylinder | 32mm Bore |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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. |
| ×15 | 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).
Positions printed circuit boards during routing with a 15mm travel, utilizing the 402.1 N push force to hold panels securely without excessive footprint.
Actuates horizontal form-fill-seal cutting jaws where the FKM seals withstand ambient heat, and the compact riveted body minimizes frame interference.
Pushes machined plastic components out of an injection mold cavity, using the 12mm rod to deliver a quick, short 15mm ejection stroke.
When sizing this actuator, compare its 402.1 N push force at 0.5 MPa against adjacent bores: stepping down to an SDA25 yields 245.4 N, while stepping up to an SDA40 provides 628.3 N. For this 32mm bore, the safe working load is approximately 241 N (about 60% of the 0.5 MPa figure), translating to a vertical lift capacity of roughly 20.5 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. To order, confirm the 32mm bore, 15mm stroke, PT1/8 port, female M6x1.0 rod thread, and the FKM seal option.
Keep in mind that a standard compact cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the piston will drift, and the fixed bumper only decelerates near the stroke end rather than acting as a lock. If your application requires a held load without live pressure, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
Quick checklist
This 32mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 402.1 N push and 345.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 563 N push at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum push force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure ranges from 0.15 to 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 host AirTAC reed or electronic switches. You would need to select the -S variant for position sensing. Additionally, it uses a fixed NBR bumper for end-stop deceleration, not an adjustable air cushion.
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