
The AirTAC Airtac SDAJ12~25 Adjustable Ultra-Thin Cylinder SDAJ25X50-20S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder (Ø25mm bore) whose extend end-position is set by an external M8×1.25 adjustment screw. You can dial the stroke anywhere from 30 to 50 mm on the machine — no shims, no part change.
The AirTAC SDAJ25X50-20S is a compact double-acting single-rod cylinder featuring an external adjustable extend stop. By turning the R (M8x1.25) screw, you shorten the forward stroke on-site across a 30 to 50 mm window, eliminating the need for shims or part swaps during changeovers. Retract travel remains full length.
Because the adjuster sets the mechanical stop rather than the piston area, output force matches a standard SDA of this bore, delivering about 245.4 N push at 0.5 MPa. The short riveted body saves axial mounting depth where round-body units will not fit, while a fixed NBR bumper decelerates the stroke end. This -S variant includes a built-in piston magnet for AirTAC reed or electronic switches.
| Model | Airtac SDAJ12~25 Adjustable Ultra-Thin Cylinder SDAJ25X50-20S |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAJ compact adjustable-stroke cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Max stroke | 50 mm |
| Adjustable range | 30 – 50 mm |
| Adjuster thread (R) | M8×1.25 |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Acting type | Double acting |
|---|---|
| Rod end thread | M5×0.8 F / M8×1.25 male (B) |
| 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) |
The adjustment screw shortens the extend stroke by up to 20 mm. Force is unchanged from a standard SDA of the same bore. Specifications follow the official AirTAC SDAJ datasheet.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 245 N | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 344 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 50 kgf | |
Force matches a standard SDA of the same bore; the adjuster only sets the stop position, not the area. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction.
| SDAJ | Compact double-acting cylinder with adjustable stroke. |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | Maximum stroke length in mm. |
| -20 | Adjustable window (10/20/30/40/50/75/100 mm). |
| S / B | S = magnet; B = male-thread rod (both optional). |
Thread: PT standard. Related SDA-family variants: SDA (fixed stroke), SDAD (double rod), SSA/STA (single acting), SDAT (duplex), SDAW (duplex-end).
Dial the extend stop from 30 to 50 mm via the M8x1.25 screw to accommodate different jig heights on machining lines without machining new spacers.
Fine-tune the 245.4 N push stroke on carton erectors to handle varied box formats precisely, relying on the fixed NBR bumper for end deceleration.
Safely lift approximately 12.5 kg with a 2:1 margin, adjusting the downward extend position on the fly while using the magnet for end-of-travel confirmation.
When sizing this 25 mm bore, look both ways: dropping down to SDAJ20 yields 157.1 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to SDAJ32 provides 402.1 N. This model sits perfectly in the middle for medium-duty positioning. Based on the 245.4 N figure, a safe working load is roughly 147 N (about 60 percent capacity), translating to a vertical lift of approximately 12.5 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
Operators who require frequent on-machine stroke tuning will benefit from the 20 mm adjustment window. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its load on air loss or when the valve is centred; the piston drifts and the fixed bumper only decelerates near the end. For secure load holding without live pressure, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Confirm your bore, 50 mm max stroke, 20 mm window, M5x0.8 port, female M5x0.8 rod thread, and the -S magnet option.
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This 25 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 245.4 N push and 206.2 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 343.6 N push at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum push is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates between 0.15 and 1.0 MPa, handles speeds of 30-500 mm/s, and functions in temperatures from -20 to +70 C.
The external R (M8x1.25) screw mechanically shortens the extend end-position by up to 20 mm, giving a usable 30 to 50 mm range. It sets the stop without changing the force, but it is not a mid-stroke lock. The included -S magnet works with AirTAC reed or electronic switches for position sensing.
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