The AirTAC AirTAC SDA32X160B Compact Cylinder | 32mm Bore is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 160mm 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 SDA32X160B is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder engineered to deliver 402.1 N of push force and 345.6 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Its riveted body assembly significantly reduces axial mounting depth, offering a distinct space-saving advantage for tight machine footprints. This specific SKU features a male M10x1.25 piston rod thread for robust load coupling and operates on a PT1/8 port.
Because the 160 mm stroke exceeds the 130 mm maximum standard stroke for this 32 mm bore, this unit is classified as a non-standard, made-to-order configuration. The bore is hard-anodized, and end-of-travel deceleration is handled strictly by fixed NBR bumpers rather than adjustable air cushions. Note that this particular SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot support position sensing without upgrading to an -S variant.
| Model | AirTAC SDA32X160B Compact Cylinder | 32mm Bore |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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. |
| ×160 | 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).
Deploys the 160 mm travel to push cartons off a main conveyor belt onto a secondary packing line, utilizing the 402.1 N extend force to overcome friction on heavy cardboard.
Opens and closes the sliding safety guard on a CNC turning center, where the short riveted body saves axial depth and the male M10x1.25 rod threads directly into the door bracket.
Extends to position stretch film rolls against rotating pallet loads in an automated wrapper, relying on the fixed NBR bumpers to absorb the kinetic energy at the end of the 160 mm traverse.
When sizing this actuator, evaluate your force margins carefully. Stepping down to an SDA25 yields 245.4 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to an SDA40 provides 628.3 N. The 32 mm bore offers a calculated safe working load of roughly 241 N (about 60% of the 402.1 N capacity), translating to a vertical lift capability of approximately 20.5 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Keep in mind that a standard SDA body does not hold its position if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the piston will drift, and the fixed bumper only decelerates near the stroke end. For suspended loads, integrate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Confirm your ordering essentials: 32 mm bore, 160 mm non-standard stroke, PT1/8 port, male M10x1.25 rod thread, and no sensor magnet.
Quick checklist
This 32 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 402.1 N push and 345.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 563 N push and 483.8 N pull 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, and the operating speed spans 30-500 mm/s.
No, it uses fixed NBR bumpers at both ends to decelerate the stroke end; it does not have field-adjustable air cushions. Additionally, this SKU lacks the -S magnet code, meaning it cannot host AirTAC reed or electronic switches. If high cycle speeds are expected, adding external shock absorbers is recommended.
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