
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD63X100B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø63mm bore, 100mm 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 SDAD63X100B is a double-acting compact cylinder featuring a piston rod exiting both ends of its riveted body. Because the rod occupies both chambers, the annular area is identical in each direction, yielding equal push and pull forces of 1401.5 N at 0.5 MPa. This symmetric thrust is highly advantageous for loads requiring consistent kinetic energy regardless of travel direction.
Designed to save axial mounting depth, the short body integrates a fixed NBR bumper at each end to decelerate the stroke. This specific SKU includes male M18x1.5 threads on both 20 mm rod ends. It lacks a piston magnet, so position sensing requires the separate -S variant equipped for reed or electronic switches.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD63X100B |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 100 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 | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1962 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 286 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. |
|---|---|
| 63 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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).
Raises and lowers a 65 kg platen using the 1401.5 N equal force, relying on the male M18x1.5 rods for secure dual-end tool mounting.
Pushes a cart forward and retracts a second mechanism backward simultaneously, leveraging the anti-rotation through-rod to maintain precise alignment.
Cycles a sealing head within a tight machine frame, utilizing the short riveted body to minimize axial footprint while delivering 1962.2 N at 0.7 MPa.
When sizing this unit, compare its 1401.5 N @0.5 MPa capacity against neighboring bores: the SDAD50 provides 824.7 N, while the SDAD80 offers 2267.8 N. Based on the 1401.5 N figure, a safe working load is approximately 841 N (60% capacity), translating to a vertical lift of roughly 71.4 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The through-rod geometry prevents twisting and permits driving a tool on one end while mounting a dog on the opposite side.
This configuration features a 63 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, and PT1/4 port. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve centers; the NBR bumper only decelerates near stroke end and does not lock the load. For secure load holding without live pressure, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
Quick checklist
The push and pull forces are equal because the rod exits both ends. It generates 1401.5 N at 0.5 MPa and 1962.2 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 286 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 tool on one end while mounting a dog or bracket on the opposite end. Note that this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so position sensing requires the -S variant that supports reed or electronic switches.
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