
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD25X100SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø25mm bore, 100mm 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 SDAD25X100SB is a compact double-acting cylinder featuring a through-rod that exits both ends of the riveted body. Because the rod occupies both chambers, the annular area is identical in each direction, giving you exactly 206.2 N of push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This symmetric output is a major advantage when driving loads that must remain balanced in both extend and retract motions.
This specific configuration includes a built-in magnet for position sensing and male M8x1.25 thread rods on both ends. The short body design saves axial mounting depth compared to standard round-body options. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper, which absorbs shock but is not an adjustable air cushion.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD25X100SB |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, rod both ends |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M5×0.8 female / M8×1.25 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 | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 289 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 42 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. |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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).
Utilizes the equal 206.2 N extend and retract force to grip and release delicate wafers without shifting the center of mass during transit.
Exploits the male M8x1.25 threads on both ends to drive a primary lift carriage on one side and a limit dog on the other for precise height registration.
Leverages the 10 mm through-rod to resist twisting forces during a 100 mm clamping stroke, maintaining strict parallelism on machining fixtures.
When sizing this 25 mm bore, compare its 206.2 N @0.5 MPa capacity against adjacent models. Dropping down to the SDAD20 provides 131.9 N, while stepping up to the SDAD32 yields 345.6 N. For this bore, a safe working load is approximately 124 N (about 60% of the 0.5 MPa figure), allowing a vertical lift of roughly 10.5 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
The through-rod geometry resists twisting and lets you mount a tool on one end while fitting a dog or switch on the opposite side. This SDAD25X100SB variant features a 100 mm stroke, an M5x0.8 port, the -S magnet for reed or electronic switches, and -B male M8x1.25 rod threads. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve centers; use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for load holding.
Quick checklist
The double-rod design provides equal force in both directions: 206.2 N at 0.5 MPa and 288.6 N at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum is 42 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure ranges from 0.15 to 1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
The through-rod prevents rotation and allows you to mount tooling on one end and a sensor target on the opposite end simultaneously. This SB variant includes male M8x1.25 threads on both rods and a built-in magnet for reed or electronic switches.
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