
The AirTAC Airtac SSA Single-Acting Compact Cylinder SSA50X25SB is a genuine single-acting COMPACT cylinder (single acting, push type) with a Ø50mm 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 SSA50X25SB is a compact single-acting push-type cylinder where air extends the rod and an internal spring retracts it. It delivers 874.7 N of net push force at 0.5 MPa, meaning the opposing spring resistance is already subtracted from the raw pneumatic power. This 50 mm bore model includes a built-in piston magnet for position sensing and a male M18x1.5 threaded rod end.
Its short riveted body drastically reduces axial mounting depth compared to standard round-body alternatives, fitting easily into crowded machinery. A fixed NBR bumper handles end-of-stroke deceleration, offering reliable shock absorption without the complexity of adjustable cushions. Operating pressure spans 0.2 to 1.0 MPa, requiring at least 0.2 MPa to overcome the return spring.
| Model | Airtac SSA Single-Acting Compact Cylinder SSA50X25SB |
|---|---|
| Series | SSA compact single-acting cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 25 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push type |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod end thread | M10×1.5 female / M18×1.5 male (B) |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 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 | 875 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1267 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. |
|---|---|
| 50 | 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 874.7 N of net push at 0.5 MPa to seat metal components firmly in tight stamping dies.
Lifts finished products weighing up to 44.6 kg safely out of a mold using a 2:1 safety margin.
Secures heavy workpieces during machining, utilizing the short body depth to fit crowded fixtures.
When sizing this model, compare its 874.7 N @0.5 MPa output against adjacent bores: the SSA40 provides 545.6 N, while the SSA63 offers 1382.6 N. A practical safe working load is roughly 525 N (about 60% of the 0.5 MPa figure), translating to a vertical lift capacity of approximately 44.6 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. This 25 mm stroke sits well under the 30 mm maximum limit.
Remember that upon air loss, the spring drives the rod to its retracted rest position; this unit cannot hold a mid-stroke load without live pressure. This SSA50X25SB configuration includes the -S magnet for reed or electronic switches and the -B male M18x1.5 rod thread. The port size is PT1/4.
Quick checklist
The net push force is 874.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 1267.4 N at 0.7 MPa. These figures already account for the internal return spring resistance, giving you the true usable output.
No, it is a spring-return push type that requires a minimum of 0.2 MPa to overcome the spring. On air loss, the spring forces the rod back to its retracted state; it will not lock or hold a mid-stroke load.
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