
The AirTAC Airtac SSA Single-Acting Compact Cylinder SSA25X25 is a genuine single-acting COMPACT cylinder (single acting, push type) with a Ø25mm bore and 25mm stroke. Air pushes the rod and an internal spring returns it, so one solenoid line drives the motion — ideal for short-stroke clamping and ejection in tight spaces.
The AirTAC SSA25X25 is a compact single-acting push-type cylinder where air pressure extends the rod and an internal mechanical spring retracts it. It provides 216.9 N of net push force at 0.5 MPa, meaning the return spring resistance is already subtracted from the raw pneumatic power. This yields a safe working load of roughly 130 N, or a vertical lift capacity of about 11.1 kg when applying a 2:1 safety margin.
Designed with a short riveted body, this unit saves axial mounting depth in tight fixtures where larger profile cylinders cannot fit. It requires only one air line and one solenoid port to drive the motion, cutting fitting complexity and valve costs. The stroke ends are controlled by a fixed NBR bumper that absorbs end-shock, rather than an adjustable air cushion.
| Model | Airtac SSA Single-Acting Compact Cylinder SSA25X25 |
|---|---|
| Series | SSA compact single-acting cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 25 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push type |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M5×0.8 female / M8×1.25 male (B) |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed NBR bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 30 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC SDA-family datasheet. Single-acting types start at 0.2 MPa (the spring must be overcome). Confirm against the product label before installation.
| Pressure | Push force (net) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 217 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 315 N |
These are NET output forces — the return-spring force is already deducted. Single-acting push only; the spring performs the opposite stroke. Size with a safety margin.
| SSA | Compact single acting, push type cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×25 | Stroke length in mm (single-acting max 30 mm). |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch sensing (omit = none). |
| B | Male-thread piston rod (omit = female thread). |
Thread: PT standard. SSA pushes out / spring returns; STA pulls in / spring extends. Related: SDA (double acting), SDAD (double rod), SDAJ (adjustable stroke).
Applies 216.9 N of net clamping pressure at 0.5 MPa to secure aluminum housings during CNC machining.
Extends 25 mm to push lightweight cardboard cartons off a production line using a single air line.
Uses its compact riveted body to fit between guide rails, folding packing box flaps before taping.
When sizing this 25 mm bore actuator, evaluate your force needs against its 216.9 N net output at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires less thrust, the neighboring SSA20 bore provides 134.1 N at the same pressure; stepping up to the SSA32 yields 346.6 N for heavier pushing. This model features a 25 mm stroke, well within the 30 mm maximum standard limit for the series.
This configuration uses an M5x0.8 port, a 10 mm piston rod, and a female M5x0.8 rod-end thread. Because it lacks the -S suffix, there is no piston magnet for position sensing. Note that on air loss, the internal spring drives the rod back to its retracted state; it cannot hold a mid-stroke load without live pressure or an external locking device.
Quick checklist
The net push force is 216.9 N at 0.5 MPa and 315.1 N at 0.7 MPa. These figures already account for the internal return spring resistance.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet. You must select the SSA25X25S variant to use AirTAC reed or electronic switches for position detection.
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