
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD63X30S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø63mm bore, 30mm 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 SDAD63X30S is a double-acting compact 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 exactly 1401.5 N of push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This symmetry is ideal for driving loads that require consistent kinetic energy regardless of travel direction.
Equipped with a built-in magnet (-S), this unit supports AirTAC reed or electronic switches for end-of-stroke sensing. The 63 mm bore utilizes a 20 mm rod and a PT1/4 port, while end-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper. The short body design drastically reduces axial mounting depth compared to traditional round-body options.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD63X30S |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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. |
| ×30 | 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 a dual-sided pick-and-place jaw requiring identical 1401.5 N clamping force during both extend and retract actions without twisting.
Raises and lowers a 71.4 kg packaging platen with a 2:1 margin, utilizing the through-rod to mount a dog on the top end for a solid-state sensor.
Holds a welding electrode steady against side torque in a tight riveted body, saving axial depth while the fixed NBR bumper absorbs the 30 mm stroke end shock.
When sizing this unit, consider the neighboring bores: stepping down to the SDAD50 provides 824.7 N at 0.5 MPa, while moving up to the SDAD80 offers 2267.8 N. The 63 mm bore provides a computed safe working load of roughly 841 N (about 60% of the 0.5 MPa figure) and can vertically lift approximately 71.4 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
The through-rod geometry resists twisting and allows mounting a tool on one end and a position dog on the opposite side. Note that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centered; use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for load holding. This configuration includes the -S magnet, female M10x1.5 rod threads, and a 30 mm stroke.
Quick checklist
Because the rod exits both ends, push and pull forces are equal: 1401.5 N at 0.5 MPa and 1962.2 N at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum is 286 kgf at 1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
Yes, the double-rod design allows driving a tool on one side while mounting a dog for a reed or electronic switch on the opposite end. The through-rod also resists twisting, though an external rod lock is required to hold position during air loss.
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