Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X30
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X30 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø12mm bore, 30mm 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
- Stroke30 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 SDAD12X30
The AirTAC SDAD12X30 is a compact double-acting cylinder featuring a 12mm bore and 30mm stroke, with piston rods extending from both ends. This through-rod geometry creates equal annular areas on each side, delivering an identical push and pull force of 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa. The design inherently resists twisting and allows tooling or a dog to be mounted on the opposite end.
Its short riveted body minimizes axial mounting depth where larger profile cylinders will not fit. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion. Note that this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so position sensing is not supported without the -S variant.
Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X30 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X30 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 SDAD12X30
| SDAD | Compact double-acting cylinder, rod out both ends. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 SDAD12X30 Is Used
Micro-Gripper Actuation
Drives small parallel grippers where equal 42.4 N clamping and release forces prevent distorting delicate electronic components.
PCB Shuttle Transfer
Uses the anti-rotation through-rod to push a shuttle carriage on one end while mounting a physical dog on the opposite end for mechanical stops.
Lab Dispenser Pusher
Fits into tight analyzer frames to advance a syringe, relying on the short riveted body to minimize axial footprint in crowded instruments.
Is the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD12X30 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this unit, consider the adjacent SDAD16 which raises the 0.5 MPa output to 86.4 N if your payload exceeds the 12mm capacity. Downward from 12mm there is no smaller SDA family bore, making this the most compact option available. The through-rod prevents rotation and enables dual-end actuation, but a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost; use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for strict load holding.
This configuration features a 6mm rod diameter, an M5x0.8 air port, and female M3x0.5 rod-end threads. It operates at 30-500 mm/s and carries a safe working load of roughly 25 N, allowing a vertical lift of about 2.2 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
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 SDAD12X30 FAQ
Because the double-rod design creates equal annular areas, the push and pull forces are identical: 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa, 59.4 N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 9 kgf at 1.0 MPa in both directions.
No, this specific SKU does not have a piston magnet. You must select the SDAD12X30S variant to add a magnet for use with AirTAC reed or electronic switches. The through-rod still allows dual-end tool mounting regardless of sensing.
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