
The AirTAC Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD63X5SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends (Ø63mm bore, 5mm 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 SDAD63X5SB is a double-acting compact cylinder featuring a 63 mm bore and a 5 mm stroke, engineered with twin piston rods exiting both ends of its riveted body. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area remains identical on extend and retract, yielding exactly 1401.5 N of push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This symmetric output is essential for precision tooling that must drive and withdraw with matched energy.
The through-rod geometry inherently resists twisting, providing stable guidance without external rails. The short 5 mm movement and compact depth save axial mounting space where a longer barrel would fail. It features a built-in magnet for reed or electronic switches, male M18x1.5 rod threads on both ends, and fixed NBR bumpers that decelerate the piston near stroke limits. Operating speed spans 30-500 mm/s.
| Model | Airtac SDAD Double Rod Slim Cylinder SDAD63X5SB |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAD compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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. |
| ×5 | 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 internal gripper where the 1401.5 N equal push/pull force ensures components are clamped and released with identical energy on a 5 mm stroke.
Lifts approximately 71.4 kg vertically using the through-rod design to prevent platform twist during the brief 5 mm elevation change.
Mounts a primary work tool on one male M18x1.5 rod end while a dog fixed to the opposite end trips a reed or electronic switch for precise sequencing.
When sizing this unit, compare its 1401.5 N output at 0.5 MPa against adjacent bores: the SDAD50 provides 824.7 N, while the SDAD80 yields 2267.8 N. Based on the 1401.5 N figure, a safe working load is roughly 841 N (about 60 percent capacity), translating to a vertical lift capability of approximately 71.4 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. This makes the 63 mm bore optimal for medium-force gripping and lifting tasks.
The dual male M18x1.5 threaded rods allow secure tool mounting on both ends simultaneously, and the PT1/4 port supplies air efficiently. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or a valve centers; the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates near the 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 double-rod design provides equal force in both directions: 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.
The through-rod resists twisting under load and allows you to mount tools or switch dogs on both ends. It includes a built-in magnet for reed or electronic switches and features male M18x1.5 threads on both rod ends.
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