AirTAC Pneumatics
AirTAC ACE Series ISO 21287 Compact Cylinders
AirTAC ACE series ISO 21287 compact cylinders deliver short-stroke power in a body about 50% shorter than ISO 15552 profile cylinders, for 12-125 mm bores.
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The AirTAC ACE series is a standard single-rod, double-acting compact cylinder built to ISO 21287 dimensions. Its short hard-anodized aluminium-alloy body (bore roller-burnished then anodized) with an S45C hard-chrome piston rod and aluminium covers threaded onto the body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. Available in 11 bores from 12 to 125 mm, with rod diameters from 6 mm (bore 12) to 25 mm (bore 125). Ports are M5x0.8 for bores 12-25, 1/8 inch for bores 32-63, and 1/4 inch for bores 80-125.
A two-way grease-storing piston seal and a fixed TPU bumper at each end provide deceleration near stroke end (not a lock or brake). Operating pressure is 0.15-1.0 MPa, temperature -20 to +80 C, and speed 30-500 mm/s. The body has magnet grooves for CMSE/DMSE switches; the magnet is optional (order -S). Mounting options include FA/FB flange, LB foot, CA/CB clevis, CR, SDB pivot, FTC brackets, and I/Y rod knuckles, all following the ISO 21287 face. The ACE is the current-production replacement for the discontinued DIN-standard ACP series (swap P for E).
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Typical Applications
Pick-and-place grippers
Compact ACE cylinders (bores 12-32 mm) fit tight spaces on pick-and-place arms, providing fast, short-stroke actuation for grippers in assembly lines.
Conveyor stops and diverters
Bores 32-63 mm with clevis or pivot mounts actuate stops and diverters on packaging conveyors, saving length compared to profile cylinders.
Machine guarding and clamping
Larger bores (80-125 mm) deliver high force for clamping fixtures and safety guards, with the short body fitting into machine frames.
Lab automation and sorting
Small bores (12-20 mm) with M5 ports suit compact lab equipment for sorting or dispensing, where precise, short strokes are needed.
How to Choose the Right Model
Choose the ACE bore based on the required push force: at 0.5 MPa, push force spans about 57 N (bore 12) to 6136 N (bore 125); at 1.0 MPa, max theoretical push spans about 12 kgf to 1251 kgf. For applications needing a double rod, adjustable stroke, or non-rotating guide, step to neighbouring AirTAC series: ACED (double rod), ACEJ (adjustable stroke), TACE (non-rotating twin-guide), or TACED (non-rotating double rod). For single-acting push or pull, consider ASE or ATE. If you need a JIS-dimension equivalent, use the ACQ series.
When selecting, confirm these 5 points: (1) bore size, (2) stroke length, (3) port thread (M5x0.8, 1/8 inch, or 1/4 inch), (4) mounting style (flange, foot, clevis, pivot, etc.), and (5) whether you need the -S magnet for CMSE/DMSE switches. For load holding, note that a double-acting cylinder does not hold position when pressure is lost; add a mechanical lock, rod brake, or pilot check valve.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and available mounting space
- ✓ Port / thread type (PT / NPT / G)
- ✓ Sensor / magnet option (-S)?
- ✓ Side load — consider a guided model
Frequently Asked Questions
At 0.5 MPa, push force spans about 57 N (bore 12) to 6136 N (bore 125). At 1.0 MPa, max theoretical push spans about 12 kgf to 1251 kgf. Pull force is slightly less due to the rod area.
ACE is the standard single-rod double-acting cylinder. ACED is double-rod, ACEJ has adjustable stroke, TACE is non-rotating twin-guide, and TACED is non-rotating double-rod. For single-acting push or pull, use ASE or ATE. ACE replaces the discontinued ACP series.
No. ACE is built to ISO 21287 compact dimensions, not ISO 15552. It is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, but mounting interfaces follow the ISO 21287 face. For ISO 15552 profile cylinders, look to other AirTAC series.
Standard ACE models are typically in stock at AirtacDistr for fast RFQ. Confirm bore, stroke, mounting, and magnet (-S) option for accurate availability. All parts are genuine AirTAC.
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