
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD100X85SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø100mm bore, 85mm 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 SDAD100X85SB is a double-acting, double-rod compact cylinder engineered for high-thrust symmetric operations. Because the 32 mm through-rod occupies both internal chambers, the annular piston area is identical on extend and retract, yielding exactly 3524.9 N of push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This geometric balance prevents twisting moments and allows you to drive a heavy tool on one end while mounting a position dog on the opposite side.
Designed to save axial mounting depth, the riveted body houses a built-in piston magnet for reed or electronic switches and features male M26x1.5 rod threads at both ends. The 85 mm stroke operates at speeds between 30 and 500 mm/s, relying on a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the load. For high-energy cycles, consider adding an external shock absorber to smooth the final approach.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD100X85SB |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 85 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. |
| ×85 | 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).
Employs the 4934.8 N equal force at 0.7 MPa to raise and lower heavy machining fixtures without rotational drift, utilizing the male M26x1.5 rods for secure mounting.
Drives a gripping jaw on one end while a magnetic switch tracks the 85 mm stroke on the opposite end, leveraging the anti-rotation through-rod for stable part handoff.
Exploits the matched push and pull annular areas to apply constant 3524.9 N clamping force at 0.5 MPa in both directions, ensuring uniform material deformation.
When sizing this 100 mm bore model, evaluate the adjacent options. Stepping down to the SDAD80 provides 2267.8 N at 0.5 MPa, which may be insufficient for heavy jigs, whereas this SDAD100X85SB offers a safe working load of roughly 2115 N (about 60% of its 0.5 MPa capacity) and a vertical lift capacity of approximately 179.7 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The through-rod geometry guarantees anti-rotation stability and enables dual-end mounting, but remember the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates near stroke end; it will not hold a load if air pressure drops or the valve centers. For strict load holding without live pressure, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
This specific configuration includes the S option for a built-in magnet compatible with AirTAC reed or solid-state switches, and the B option denoting male M26x1.5 threads on both rod ends. Air connections utilize the bore-fixed PT3/8 port. Confirm that your tooling clearance accommodates the 32 mm rod exiting both sides during the full 85 mm stroke.
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. The operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
No, the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and does not act as a brake. If air is lost or the valve is centered, the piston will drift. For load holding without live pressure, you must add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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