
The AirTAC Airtac SSA Single-Acting Compact Cylinder SSA32X5S is a genuine single-acting COMPACT cylinder (single acting, push type) with a Ø32mm bore and 5mm 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 SSA32X5S is a compact single-acting push-type cylinder where air extends the rod and an internal spring retracts it. It delivers 346.6 N of net push at 0.5 MPa, making it ideal for very short 5 mm ejection motions. Because the quoted force is already net of the return spring, you can size directly to this real design figure without manual subtraction.
This model features a built-in piston magnet (-S) for AirTAC reed or electronic switches, fitting neatly into the body sensor grooves. The short riveted body saves axial mounting depth in crowded fixtures, while the fixed NBR bumper absorbs end-of-stroke shock without requiring adjustable cushioning.
| Model | Airtac SSA Single-Acting Compact Cylinder SSA32X5S |
|---|---|
| Series | SSA compact single-acting cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 5 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push type |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| Rod end thread | M6×1.0 female / M10×1.25 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 | 347 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 508 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. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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).
Uses the 346.6 N net push to positively eject machined components from a fixture in just 5 mm, saving axial space.
Employs the internal return spring to retract the 12 mm rod automatically when air is removed, simplifying valve requirements.
Secures delicate boards with a safe working load of 208 N, using the fixed NBR bumper to prevent harsh impact.
When sizing this 32 mm bore unit, consider the neighboring bores at 0.5 MPa: stepping down to the SSA25 yields 216.9 N net push, while stepping up to the SSA40 provides 545.6 N. This SSA32X5S provides a safe working load of roughly 208 N (about 60% of its 346.6 N capacity) and can vertically lift approximately 17.7 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
This configuration includes a 5 mm stroke, a PT1/8 port, a Ø12 mm rod, and a female M6x1.0 rod-end thread (male M10x1.25 available with a B suffix). Remember the 30 mm maximum standard stroke ceiling. Because the spring drives retraction on air loss, this cylinder will not hold a mid-stroke load; use an external rod lock if position holding is required.
Quick checklist
This single-acting push cylinder provides 346.6 N of net push at 0.5 MPa and 507.5 N at 0.7 MPa. It requires a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa to overcome the internal return spring.
No, the internal spring drives the rod back to its retracted rest position on air loss. It does not hold a mid-stroke load. The -S magnet allows tracking via reed or electronic switches, but external locking is needed for holding.
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