Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø50mm bore, 60mm 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.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizePT1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.5 (F) / M18×1.5 (B)
- CushionFixed NBR bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B
The AirTAC SDAD50X60B is a double-acting, double-rod compact cylinder featuring a 50 mm bore and a 60 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 824.7 N at 0.5 MPa in both directions.
This specific SKU includes male M18x1.5 thread on both rod ends, allowing you to securely mount tooling directly without extra adapters. The short body design drastically reduces required axial mounting depth compared to conventional round-body cylinders. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper, and this unit ships without a piston magnet, meaning it cannot directly host magnetic switches.
Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø50mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B
| SDAD | Compact double-acting cylinder, rod out both ends. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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).
Where the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B Is Used
Equal-Force Transfer
Ideal for moving workpieces where extend and retract forces must match perfectly, leveraging the 824.7 N symmetric output to prevent part deformation during bidirectional clamping.
Dual-End Mechanism
Mount a primary gripper on one male M18x1.5 rod end and a secondary dog or linkage on the opposite end to operate two synchronized mechanisms from a single 50 mm bore body.
Vertical Lift Jig
Provides a stable vertical lift of approximately 42 kg with a 2:1 safety margin, using the inherent anti-rotation properties of the double rod to prevent platform twisting.
Is the Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, consider the neighboring bores to ensure optimal performance. Dropping down to the SDAD40 provides 527.8 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the SDAD63 yields 1401.5 N at 0.5 MPa. Based on the 824.7 N output at 0.5 MPa, the computed safe working load is roughly 495 N, which translates to a vertical lift capacity of about 42 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
The through-rod design inherently resists twisting and permits driving a tool on one end while leaving the opposite end free for mechanical syncing. Remember that a standard cylinder will drift and cannot hold a load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; utilize an external pilot-operated check valve for load holding. This configuration features a PT1/4 port, a 20 mm rod diameter, and male M18x1.5 rod threads on both sides.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Need equal force both directions?
- ✓ Anti-rotation / dual-end mounting?
- ✓ Space for a rod that exits both ends
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT)
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Leave clearance for the rod exiting both ends.
- check Avoid side load on either rod end.
- check Front/rear covers are riveted — do not dismantle.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD50X60B FAQ
The push and pull forces are identical because of the double-rod design. It generates 824.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 1154.5 N at 0.7 MPa, with 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 host reed or electronic switches. You would need the SDAD50X60BS variant to utilize AirTAC magnetic sensors in the body grooves.
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