
The AirTAC SED Double Rod Cylinder SED50X40 is a genuine double-acting ISO 15552 double-rod cylinder: a Ø20mm piston rod exits BOTH ends of the Ø50mm bore, giving equal force and speed in both directions and letting you mount tooling or a sensor flag on the back rod. Stroke 40mm, PT1/4 ports, adjustable cushioning.
The AirTAC SED50X40 is a double-acting, double-rod ISO 15552 profile cylinder with a 50mm bore and 40mm stroke. Because a rod exits both end covers, the annulus area is identical on extend and retract, yielding an equal force of 825 N each way at 0.5 MPa. The extruded aluminum barrel contains no external tie rods, ensuring a clean, dimensionally interchangeable ISO 15552 footprint.
This unit lacks the standard magnet option, meaning it cannot host CMSE or DMSE position sensors without modification. It features field-adjustable air cushioning at both ends (30mm cushion length) to decelerate loads near stroke end. The rear rod extension can mount a secondary tool or cam, while the twin 20mm rods provide superior anti-rotation guidance compared to a single-rod SE cylinder.
| Model | Airtac SED Double Rod Cylinder SED50X40 |
|---|---|
| Series | SED ISO 15552 double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 40 mm |
| Configuration | Double rod, double acting |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod thread | M16×1.5 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C (0–150 °C with FKM seals) |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Adjustable, 30 mm |
| Max stroke | Up to 1200 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SED datasheet and ISO 15552 / VDMA 24562 dimensions. Confirm against the product label before installation. Port options: PT (standard) / G (BSPP).
| Pressure | Force (both directions) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1155 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 168 kgf |
Because a rod exits both ends, the effective piston area — and therefore the force — is identical on extend and retract. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a safety margin.
| SED | ISO 15552 profile-barrel DOUBLE-ROD double-acting cylinder. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×40 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSE / DMSE sensor sensing. |
Rod material: carbon steel (blank) / SUS420J2 (A) / SUS304 (B). Seals: TPU (blank) / FKM high-temp (H) / NBR (N). Thread: PT (blank) / G. Mounting (SED): Basic, LB, FA, TC, FTC, TCM1, TCM2. Related: SE (single rod), SEJ (double-rod adjustable stroke), BSED (double-rod rod lock).
Drives a dual-sided squeegee assembly with 825N of equal force, using the twin rods to prevent blade yaw during 40mm travel.
Shifts a parts carrier between two stops where the rear rod simultaneously trips an external mechanical flag.
Powers a synchronized clamping mechanism where equal push and pull forces ensure balanced tension on the workpiece.
Selecting this 50mm bore provides 825 N of both-way force at 0.5 MPa. If your load is lighter, the 40mm bore offers 528 N; if you need more push, the 63mm bore provides 1402 N. The twin rods excel at driving loads that resist twisting, or where a rear-rod flag must trip an external limit switch.
As a plain SED without a magnet, this SKU offers no position feedback. Remember that an SED does not hold position on air loss—the piston drifts. For fail-safe holding, use a BSED double-rod rod lock or an external pilot-operated check valve. To replace an existing ISO 15552 cylinder, match the 40mm stroke, PT1/4 port, and choose from Basic, FA, LB, TC, FTC, TCM1, or TCM2 mounts (FB/CA/CB/CR are omitted).
Quick checklist
Because the double-rod design has equal piston areas on both sides, it delivers 825 N of force at 0.5 MPa, 1154 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 168 kgf at 1.0 MPa in both extend and retract directions.
Yes. The SED50X40 is a true ISO 15552 profile cylinder, making it dimensionally interchangeable with any standard ISO 15552 double-rod cylinder of the same bore and stroke. Just ensure your mounting style is Basic, FA, LB, TC, FTC, TCM1, or TCM2.
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