Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X15SB
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X15SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø16mm bore, 15mm 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
- Stroke15 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 SDAD16X15SB
The AirTAC SDAD16X15SB is a compact double-acting cylinder featuring a 6 mm piston rod exiting both ends of its riveted body. Because a rod occupies each chamber, 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 driving loads that require consistent kinetic energy in both travel directions.
Equipped with a built-in magnet (-S), it accepts reed or electronic switches directly in the body grooves. The -B option specifies male M5x0.8 rod threads at both ends, while the short 15 mm stroke keeps the installed footprint extremely shallow. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X15SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X15SB |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 SDAD16X15SB
| SDAD | Compact double-acting cylinder, rod out both ends. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 SDAD16X15SB Is Used
Symmetrical Transfer Chuck
Grips small electronic components on the male M5x0.8 rod end while an opposing dog trips a sensor, utilising the identical 86.4 N push and pull force for balanced part shuttling.
PCB Edge Guide
Uses the anti-rotation through-rod to keep a delicate fibreglass panel aligned during a 15 mm shift, preventing torsional deflection in tight assembly machinery.
Dual-End Pick Place
Drives a small vacuum cup on one side and a mechanical stop on the other, taking advantage of the short riveted body to minimise axial depth in dense robotic cells.
Is the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD16X15SB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, evaluate the neighbouring capacities at 0.5 MPa: stepping down to the SDAD12 yields 42.4 N, whereas moving up to the SDAD20 provides 131.9 N. Based on the 86.4 N output, your safe working load is approximately 52 N (about 60 percent capacity), which translates to a vertical lift of roughly 4.4 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
The through-rod geometry resists twisting and permits mounting a tool on one end with a position dog on the opposite side. Remember that the fixed bumper only decelerates the stroke end; the piston will drift if air pressure drops or the valve centres. For strict load holding, integrate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. This configuration confirms the M5x0.8 port, male M5x0.8 rod threads, and the piston 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 SDAD16X15SB FAQ
Because the rod exits both ends, the push and pull forces are equal. It generates 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa, 121 N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 18 kgf at 1.0 MPa in both directions.
Yes. The through-rod design resists twisting and allows you to drive a load via the male M5x0.8 thread on one end while mounting a dog for a reed or electronic switch on the opposite end.
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