
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD40X45S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø40mm bore, 45mm 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 SDAD40X45S is a double-acting, double-rod compact cylinder featuring a 40mm bore and a 45mm stroke. Because the piston rod exits both ends of the riveted body, the annular area remains identical in both chambers, yielding exactly 527.8 N of force at 0.5 MPa in both extend and retract directions. This symmetric output is ideal for balancing loads that require consistent drive power without twisting.
Equipped with a built-in magnet (-S), this unit supports AirTAC reed or electronic switches for position sensing. The short body design drastically reduces axial footprint compared to conventional round-body options. End-of-stroke energy is managed by a fixed NBR bumper that decelerates the piston, rather than an adjustable air cushion. The 16mm rod on each end uses an M8x1.25 female thread, and supply air connects via a PT1/8 port.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD40X45S |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 45 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, rod both ends |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| Rod end thread | M8×1.25 female / M14×1.5 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 | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 739 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 108 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. |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×45 | 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 the anti-rotation through-rod ensures the jaws remain perfectly aligned without twisting under the 527.8 N symmetric load.
Pushes a part on the front stroke while triggering a reed or electronic switch on the rear rod, using the 45mm travel to sequence a conveyor handoff.
Raises and lowers a 26.9 kg vertical payload safely, leveraging the equal push and pull force to prevent gravitational sag on the descent.
When sizing this 40mm bore, compare its 527.8 N @0.5 MPa output both ways against adjacent models. Dropping down to SDAD32 provides 345.6 N, while stepping up to SDAD50 yields 824.7 N. The through-rod geometry prevents rotation and permits mounting a tool on one end while tracking position with a switch on the opposite side.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder does not hold a load if air pressure drops or the valve centers; the piston will drift, as the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates near the stroke end. For load holding without live pressure, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. This SDAD40X45S configuration includes the -S magnet for sensing and female rod-end threads on both sides, operating at speeds of 30-500 mm/s.
Quick checklist
The push and pull forces are identical because the double rod creates equal annular areas. It generates 527.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 738.9 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 108 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The maximum operating pressure is 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the through-rod design resists twisting and allows you to drive a workpiece on one end while using the built-in magnet (-S) with an AirTAC reed or electronic switch on the opposite end to confirm position.
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