
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD25X120 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø25mm bore, 120mm 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 SDAD25X120 is a double-acting compact cylinder featuring a through-rod that exits both ends of the riveted body. Because the rod occupies both chambers, the annular area remains identical in each direction, giving you exactly 206.2 N of push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This symmetry prevents twisting moments and ensures stable motion across the full 120 mm travel.
Equipped with a 10 mm piston rod and an M5x0.8 air port, this unit operates at speeds between 30 and 500 mm/s. End-of-stroke energy is managed strictly by a fixed NBR bumper, which decelerates the piston near the end caps rather than acting as an adjustable air cushion. Note this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot directly host magnetic switches without upgrading to the -S variant.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD25X120 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 120 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. |
| ×120 | 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).
Drives opposing gripper fingers where equal 206.2 N clamping and release forces are required to prevent part deformation during automated handling.
Uses the dual-end through-rod to push a diverting flap on one side while mounting a mechanical stop on the other, maintaining alignment without twisting over 120 mm.
Applies consistent 206.2 N bidirectional tension on packaging film webs, ensuring the material stays taut during the extend and retract cycles.
When sizing this model, compare its 206.2 N output at 0.5 MPa against adjacent bores: the SDAD20 provides 131.9 N, while the SDAD32 offers 345.6 N. Based on the 206.2 N figure, a safe working load is roughly 124 N (about 60 percent capacity), translating to a vertical lift capability of approximately 10.5 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Choose the 25 mm bore when your symmetric load falls squarely in that range.
The through-rod design inherently resists rotation, allowing you to mount a tool on one end and a dog on the opposite side. Remember that a standard cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve centers; the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates the stroke end and will not hold the load. For secure positioning, integrate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. This configuration features a 120 mm stroke, female M5x0.8 rod-end threads, and no magnet.
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, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet. You must select the -S variant to use AirTAC reed or electronic switches in the body sensor grooves for position detection.
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