
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X25 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø50mm bore, 25mm 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 SDAD50X25 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, yielding an equal push and pull force of 824.7 N at 0.5 MPa. This symmetry is ideal for driving loads that require consistent kinetic energy regardless of travel direction.
The 50 mm bore uses a 20 mm rod and a PT1/4 port, generating a safe working load of roughly 495 N when derated by a 60% margin. Its short 25 mm stroke keeps the overall footprint minimal, while the fixed NBR bumper decelerates the piston near stroke ends without requiring external adjustment.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X25 |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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. |
| ×25 | 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).
Provides 824.7 N of equal force extending and retracting to hold workpieces securely without shifting during machining.
Uses the through-rod to push a part on the front stroke while a rear-mounted dog trips a mechanical limit switch.
Lifts approximately 42 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin, relying on the anti-rotation rod to prevent load twisting.
When sizing this actuator, compare its 824.7 N output at 0.5 MPa against adjacent bores: the SDAD40 provides 527.8 N, and the SDAD63 offers 1401.5 N. This makes the 50 mm variant the optimal middle ground for medium-duty positioning. The through-rod geometry resists twisting and permits mounting a tool on one end with a dog on the opposite side.
This specific SKU lacks the S magnet suffix, so it cannot host reed or electronic switches. The female M10x1.5 rod-end threads are present on both sides. Remember that a standard cylinder drifts when air is removed or the valve centers; utilize an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for strict load holding.
Quick checklist
The push and pull forces are equal because the rod exits both ends. It generates 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 model lacks the S option, meaning it has no piston magnet and cannot trigger reed or electronic switches. You would need the SDAD50X25S variant for position sensing.
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