
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD100X50SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø100mm bore, 50mm stroke). The through-rod resists twisting and lets you drive a tool on one end while a switch or dog reads position on the other — with identical force in both directions.
The AirTAC SDAD100X50SB is a compact double-acting cylinder featuring a 100mm bore and 50mm stroke. Because the 32mm piston rod exits both ends, the annular area remains identical in extend and retract, yielding 3524.9 N of push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This symmetric output is ideal for heavy loads requiring consistent kinetic energy in both travel directions.
Equipped with male M26x1.5 threads on both rod ends and a PT3/8 port, this unit includes a built-in magnet for position sensing. The short riveted body drastically reduces axial mounting depth compared to conventional cylinders, while the fixed NBR bumpers absorb end-of-stroke shocks within the 30-500 mm/s speed range.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD100X50SB |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 50 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, rod both ends |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| Rod end thread | M18×1.5 female / M26×1.5 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 |
Because a rod occupies both cylinder chambers, the effective area — and therefore the force — is identical in both directions. Specifications follow the official AirTAC SDAD datasheet.
| Pressure | Force (both directions) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3525 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 4935 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 719 kgf |
Force uses the annular (rod-side) area on both strokes, so extend and retract match. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction. Size with a safety margin.
| SDAD | Compact double-acting cylinder, rod out both ends. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch sensing (omit = none). |
| B | Male-thread piston rods (omit = female thread). |
Thread: PT standard. Related SDA-family variants: SDA (single rod), SSA/STA (single acting), SDAJ (adjustable stroke), SDAT (duplex), SDAW (duplex-end).
Drives a stamping die with identical 3524.9 N force on the downstroke and upstroke, preventing material binding during the return cycle.
Secures heavy workpieces by clamping from both ends simultaneously, utilizing the through-rod design to maintain perfect parallel alignment.
Raises a 179.7 kg payload with a 2:1 safety margin, relying on the male M26x1.5 rods to anchor the lifting carriage securely.
When sizing this 100mm bore, compare its 3524.9 N @0.5 MPa output downward against the SDAD80, which provides 2267.8 N @0.5 MPa. Stepping up to this larger unit provides a safe working load of roughly 2115 N, calculated as 60% of the 0.5 MPa figure, or a vertical lift capacity of 179.7 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The through-rod geometry resists twisting and permits mounting a tool on one end and a dog on the opposite side.
This configuration features male M26x1.5 rod threads, a PT3/8 air port, and an internal magnet for reed or electronic switches. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve centers, as the fixed bumper only decelerates near stroke end; utilize an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for strict load holding.
Quick checklist
The double-rod design provides equal force in both directions: 3524.9 N at 0.5 MPa, 4934.8 N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 719 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the through-rod allows you to drive a tool on one end while mounting a dog for a reed or electronic switch on the opposite end, and the built-in magnet enables position detection.
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