The AirTAC AirTAC SDA32X60 Compact Cylinder | 32mm Bore is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 60mm 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 SDA32X60 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 assembly joins the barrel, rear cover, piston, and rod into a highly shortened unit, saving substantial axial mounting depth compared to conventional round-body designs. This space efficiency makes it ideal for machinery where footprint reduction is critical.
This specific configuration features a 32 mm bore, a 60 mm stroke, and a 12 mm piston rod. The bore features a hard-anodized inner wall and uses a PT1/8 port. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion, meaning high-energy cycles may require an external shock absorber. This base SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot host magnetic position sensors.
| Model | AirTAC SDA32X60 Compact Cylinder | 32mm Bore |
|---|---|
| Series | SDA compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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. |
| ×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).
Actuates short-stroke tool ejector pins in machining centers where the 402.1 N push force easily overcomes spindle retention, fitting neatly into tight column spaces.
Drives 60 mm stroke flap folders on case erecting lines, utilizing the compact riveted body to minimize frame width in high-speed packaging corridors.
Powers routing gates on parcel conveyors, providing rapid 30-500 mm/s actuation to deflect packages without extending deep into the conveyor frame.
When sizing this actuator, stepping down to the SDA25 yields 245.4 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the SDA40 provides 628.3 N. The 32 mm bore offers a balanced middle ground, providing a safe working load of roughly 241 N (about 60% of the 402.1 N capacity) and a vertical lift capability of approximately 20.5 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. To finalize your order, confirm the 60 mm stroke, PT1/8 port, female M6x1.0 rod thread, and the absence of the magnet option.
Because this is a standard double-acting cylinder, it will not hold a load if air pressure is lost or the control valve is centered. The piston will drift, and the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates the stroke near its end without acting as a mechanical lock. If your application requires position holding on power loss, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum push force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates between 0.15 and 1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa, and functions in temperatures from -20 to +70 C.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet. The body has grooves for sensors, but you must select the -S option code to get the internal magnet required for AirTAC reed or electronic switches. Additionally, it uses a fixed NBR bumper for end-stop deceleration, not an adjustable cushion.
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