
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD32X15 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø32mm 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.
The AirTAC SDAD32X15 is a double-acting, double-rod compact cylinder featuring a 32 mm bore and a 15 mm stroke. Because the piston rod exits both ends of the riveted body, the annular area remains identical in each chamber. This geometry ensures push force equals pull force, delivering exactly 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa in both directions. The through-rod design inherently resists twisting, providing stable guidance for precision tooling.
This specific configuration uses a 12 mm rod diameter and PT1/8 air port. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion. The exceptionally short 15 mm stroke minimizes axial mounting depth, making it highly effective for tight-pitch machinery where longer actuators would collide with adjacent components.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD32X15 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, rod both ends |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| Rod end thread | M6×1.0 female / M10×1.25 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 | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 70 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. |
|---|---|
| 32 | 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).
Fits into tight-pitch machining centers to clamp delicate workpieces symmetrically using its equal 345.6 N push and pull force.
Drives a dual-end transfer mechanism where a tool mounts on one side and a mechanical dog operates on the opposite end.
Holds a precision measurement probe steady against machined parts, leveraging the through-rod to resist twisting during inspection.
When sizing this actuator, compare its output against neighboring bores. Stepping down to the SDAD25 yields 206.2 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the SDAD40 provides 527.8 N at 0.5 MPa. The SDAD32X15 strikes a middle ground, offering a safe working load of roughly 207 N (about 60 percent of its 345.6 N capacity) which translates to a vertical lift capability of approximately 17.6 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
This model lacks the S suffix, meaning it has no piston magnet and cannot support reed or electronic switches. It features female M6x1.0 rod-end threads on both ends. Remember that a standard cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve centers; the fixed bumper only decelerates the stroke end and does not function as a lock. For load holding, integrate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
Quick checklist
The double-rod design provides equal force in both directions. It generates 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa, 483.8 N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 70 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the through-rod allows you to drive a tool on one end while using the opposite end for external tracking. However, this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot directly mount AirTAC reed or electronic switches without upgrading to the S variant.
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