The AirTAC AirTAC SDA32X30BH Compact Cylinder | 32mm Bore is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 30mm 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 SDA32X30BH is a double-acting, single-rod compact cylinder engineered with a 32 mm bore and 30 mm stroke. It provides a robust 402.1 N push force and 345.6 N pull force at 0.5 MPa. Built with a short riveted body, it drastically reduces axial mounting depth compared to standard round-body units, making it ideal for tight machinery footprints. The hard-anodized bore ensures smooth, low-friction operation across the 30-500 mm/s speed range.
This specific configuration includes a male M10x1.25 piston rod thread for secure mechanical coupling to your load. It also features fluororubber (FKM) seals for enhanced thermal and oil resistance. The bore accepts PT1/8 ports, and end-stop deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion. Note that this SKU lacks a piston magnet, so position sensing is not supported without the -S variant.
| Model | AirTAC SDA32X30BH Compact Cylinder | 32mm Bore |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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. |
| ×30 | 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).
Secures aluminum workpieces inside machining centers. The 402.1 N extend force provides rigid holding against cutting forces, while the male M10 thread mounts custom tooling clamps directly.
Pushes corrugated box flaps into position on automated sealing lines. The compact riveted body fits neatly within narrow conveyor side frames without blocking adjacent packaging lanes.
Actuates pick-and-place nozzles for electronic assembly. FKM seals withstand higher operating temperatures in soldering zones, preventing premature rubber degradation.
When sizing this actuator, evaluate your force margins carefully. Stepping down to the SDA25 yields 245.4 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the SDA40 provides 628.3 N. The 32 mm bore offers a calculated safe working load of roughly 241 N (about 60% of its 402.1 N capacity) and can vertically lift approximately 20.5 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Confirm your ordering essentials: 32 mm bore, 30 mm stroke, PT1/8 port, male M10x1.25 rod thread, FKM seals, and no sensor magnet.
Remember that a standard compact cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure drops or the directional valve is centered; the piston will drift. The fixed NBR bumper only decelerates the stroke near the end caps and does not function as a locking brake. If your application requires static load holding upon air loss, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your pneumatic circuit.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, this 32 mm bore double-acting cylinder outputs 402.1 N of push force and 345.6 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 563 N and pull to 483.8 N. The theoretical maximum push 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 a piston magnet, so it cannot trigger AirTAC reed or electronic switches. You would need the SDA32X30BHS variant to enable sensing. Additionally, end-of-travel deceleration relies on a fixed NBR bumper, not an adjustable air cushion.
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