
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X10H is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø50mm bore, 10mm 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 SDAD50X10H is a compact double-acting cylinder featuring a through-rod that exits both ends of its riveted body. Because the rod occupies both chambers, the annular area remains identical in either direction, ensuring push force equals pull force at exactly 824.7 N at 0.5 MPa. This symmetry is crucial for mechanisms requiring consistent drive dynamics in both travel directions.
This specific SKU utilizes a fluororubber (FKM) seal for enhanced thermal and oil resistance. The 50 mm bore uses a PT1/4 port and a 20 mm diameter rod at each end. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed NBR bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion. Note that this base configuration lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot directly host magnetic switches without the -S option.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X10H |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, rod both ends |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod end thread | M10×1.5 female / M18×1.5 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 | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1155 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 168 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. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 an opposing jaw set where the 824.7 N equal bidirectional force ensures identical grip and release dynamics on 50 mm components.
Uses the dual-end through-rod to actuate a vertical lift on one side while triggering a mechanical dog on the other, preventing rotation during travel.
Deploys the FKM seal variant to reliably halt hot or oily workpieces on a belt without premature elastomer degradation.
When sizing this unit, consider the adjacent bores: the SDAD40 yields 527.8 N at 0.5 MPa, while the SDAD63 provides 1401.5 N at 0.5 MPa. The 50 mm bore offers a computed safe working load of roughly 495 N (about 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa figure) and can vertically lift approximately 42 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The through-rod design inherently resists twisting and permits mounting a tool on one end while utilizing the opposite end for a dog or secondary mechanism.
Remember that a standard cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the piston will drift. The fixed bumper only decelerates the stroke near its end points and does not act as a lock. For load-holding requirements, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Confirm your required 10 mm stroke, PT1/4 port, female M10x1.5 rod threads, and the FKM seal compatibility before ordering.
Quick checklist
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the push and pull forces are equal: 824.7 N at 0.5 MPa, 1154.5 N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 168 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The maximum operating pressure is 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet, so it cannot support reed or electronic switches. You would need the -S option to enable sensing, though you can still utilize the exposed rod on the opposite end for external mechanical dogs.
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