Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160
The AirTAC Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160 is a genuine double acting ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 160mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and a hard-anodized aluminium body. Its short compact envelope saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.75
- CushionFixed TPU bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160
This AirTAC ACE100X160 is a double acting compact cylinder that extends and retracts its 20 mm rod with air pressure on both strokes. At 0.5 MPa it delivers 3927 N of push force and 3769.9 N of pull force, while at 0.7 MPa the push rises to 5497.8 N, making it a strong choice for medium-heavy automation tasks.
The ISO 21287 short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into tight machine frames and guarding where a full-length cylinder will not. The hard-anodized aluminium body and S45C hard-chrome rod resist wear, and the fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke impact. For a real workload, plan on about 2356 N (roughly 240 kg) of usable force at 0.5 MPa, which is a safe margin below the full rating.
Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M12×1.75 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed TPU bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 300 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACE-series (ISO 21287) datasheet. Body: hard-anodized aluminium alloy; piston rod: S45C carbon steel with hard-chrome plating. Rod type: female thread (blank) or male thread (B). Thread options: PT (blank) / G. A built-in magnet is OPTIONAL — add the -S code to fit CMSE / DMSE position sensors.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø100mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3927 N | 3770 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | 5278 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 801 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160
| ACE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSE / DMSE sensors (omit for no magnet). |
| B | Rod type: B = male thread; blank = female thread. |
ACE-family variants: ACE (double acting), ASE / ATE (single acting push / pull), ACED (double rod), ACEJ (adjustable stroke), TACE / TACED (non-rotating twin-guide yoke). Mounting accessories: FA / FB flange, LB foot, CA / CB clevis, CR, SDB pivot, FTC; plus I and Y knuckles. Thread PT (blank) / G.
Where the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160 Is Used
Press Fit Station
Use the 3927 N push at 0.5 MPa to press bushings or bearings into housings on an assembly line, with the compact body fitting between existing guide rails.
Conveyor Stop Gate
Mount this cylinder to raise a stop gate on a heavy parts conveyor. The 160 mm stroke clears the product path, and the short body saves space under the conveyor deck.
Pallet Clamp
In a palletizing cell, this cylinder can clamp pallets against a fixed stop. The 3769.9 N pull force at 0.5 MPa holds the pallet securely during robotic loading.
Is the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160 the Right Cylinder?
For lighter duty in the same compact family, consider the ACE80X160 with 2513.3 N push at 0.5 MPa, or step up to the ACE125X160 which provides 6135.9 N push at 0.5 MPa. This 100 mm bore model suits applications needing a balance of force and compactness. Since this model has no -S code, it has no magnet, so CMSE or DMSE sensors cannot be mounted; order the ACE100X160S variant if you need position sensing. Mounting options include FA/FB flange, LB foot, CA/CB clevis, CR, SDB pivot, and FTC brackets, all compatible with the ISO 21287 face.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Short stroke fits the compact body
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Add -S if you need the magnet for sensors
- ✓ Rod type (female / male B) & mount (FA/LB/CA)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Compact body: keep the stroke short and avoid side load on the rod.
- check Do not dismantle the threaded front/back covers.
- check Keep speed within the rated range; the TPU bumper absorbs stroke-end energy.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 3927 N and the pull force is 3769.9 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 5497.8 N and pull is 5277.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 800.9 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi), with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi).
Yes, it is an ISO 21287 compact cylinder with a hard-anodized aluminium body, about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. It has a fixed TPU bumper at both ends, not an adjustable air cushion. This model has no magnet, so it cannot be used with CMSE or DMSE sensors; you would need to order the -S variant for sensor capability.
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