Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø12mm bore, 10mm 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.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B
The AirTAC SDAD12X10B is a compact double-acting cylinder featuring a 12mm bore and 10mm stroke, with a piston rod exiting both ends of its short riveted body. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical on extend and retract, yielding exactly 42.4 N of push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This symmetric output is ideal for delicate mechanisms requiring consistent bidirectional energy.
Equipped with male M5x0.8 threaded rods on both ends, this specific SKU omits the piston magnet and therefore cannot support magnetic position sensing. The through-rod geometry inherently resists twisting, allowing you to drive a tool on one end while leaving the opposite end free for mechanical syncing. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by fixed NBR bumpers rather than adjustable air cushions.
Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, rod both ends |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M3×0.5 female / M5×0.8 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 50 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Force (both directions) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 59 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 9 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.
Model Code: Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B
| SDAD | Compact double-acting cylinder, rod out both ends. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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).
Where the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B Is Used
Micro-Grip Push-Pull
Drives a small parts gripper where the 42.4 N equal extend and retract force ensures symmetric clamping pressure without twisting the mechanism.
Lab Sample Shuttling
Uses the through-rod to push a specimen tray 10mm while the opposite end mechanically trips a limit switch, saving axial depth in tight lab enclosures.
PCB Pin Insertion
Applies a precise 25 N safe working load to seat connector pins, relying on the fixed NBR bumpers to decelerate the stroke end without shock.
Is the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12mm bore actuator, consider the neighboring SDAD16, which steps up to 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa if your application demands more thrust. Downward from 12mm there is no smaller standard SDA family bore, placing this unit at the lower force boundary. For the SDAD12X10B specifically, the computed safe working load is approximately 25 N (about 60% of the 42.4 N figure), translating to a vertical lift capacity of roughly 2.2 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
The dual-rod design prevents rotation and enables dual-end mounting without twisting. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the piston will drift. For load holding without live pressure, integrate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. This configuration features a 6mm rod diameter, an M5x0.8 air port, male M5x0.8 rod threads, and no magnet.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Need equal force both directions?
- ✓ Anti-rotation / dual-end mounting?
- ✓ Space for a rod that exits both ends
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT)
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Leave clearance for the rod exiting both ends.
- check Avoid side load on either rod end.
- check Front/rear covers are riveted — do not dismantle.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X10B FAQ
The push and pull forces are equal at 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 59.4 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 9 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The maximum operating pressure is 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, so it cannot accept reed or electronic switches. The through-rod design does allow external mechanical triggering, and the male M5x0.8 threads on both ends simplify tool mounting.
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