Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X10S
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X10S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 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 SDAD16X10S
The AirTAC SDAD16X10S is a compact double-acting cylinder featuring a 6 mm through-rod exiting both ends of its riveted body. Because the rod occupies each chamber equally, the annular area is identical on extend and retract, yielding an equal push and pull force of 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. This symmetry is ideal for manipulating delicate components without risking asymmetric torque.
Fitted with the S option, it includes a built-in piston magnet for direct mounting of AirTAC reed or electronic switches along the body grooves. The short 10 mm stroke and M5x0.8 port keep the footprint exceptionally tight, while the fixed NBR bumper decelerates the stroke end. It operates smoothly between 30 and 500 mm/s within a -20 to +70 C environment.
Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X10S |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Force (both directions) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 121 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 18 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 SDAD16X10S
| SDAD | Compact double-acting cylinder, rod out both ends. |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 SDAD16X10S Is Used
Micro-Clamp Actuation
Provides equal 86.4 N clamping and release forces to hold small electronic housings securely without shifting them during machining.
Symmetrical Pick-and-Place
Uses the dual-end rods to mount a gripper on one side and a position flag on the other, ensuring balanced 10 mm transfers in tight assembly cells.
Compact Ejector Station
Fits into shallow machine frames to push completed parts out of a die, relying on the fixed NBR bumper to absorb the end-of-stroke impact.
Is the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X10S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare its 86.4 N output at 0.5 MPa against adjacent models. Dropping down to the SDAD12 provides 42.4 N, whereas stepping up to the SDAD20 offers 131.9 N. For this unit, a safe working load is roughly 52 N, allowing a vertical lift of about 4.4 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
The through-rod geometry prevents twisting and permits driving a tool on one end while mounting a sensing dog on the opposite side. Remember that a standard cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve centers; utilize an external pilot-operated check valve for load holding. This configuration includes the S magnet, female M3x0.5 rod threads, and a 10 mm stroke.
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 SDAD16X10S FAQ
Because it is a double-rod design, the force is identical in both directions: 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa, 121 N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 18 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The through-rod resists rotational twist and allows you to mount a tool on one end and a sensor dog on the opposite end. The short riveted body also saves axial depth compared to standard cylinders.
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