Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160S
The AirTAC Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160S 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 ACE100X160S
This AirTAC ACE100X160S is a double acting ISO 21287 compact cylinder delivering 3927 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, with a 3769.9 N pull on retraction. Its 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 would not.
The 100 mm bore unit comes with the optional -S magnet already fitted, so CMSE or DMSE reed and solid-state switches can be mounted directly to sense rod position. With a 160 mm stroke and a 20 mm hard-chrome plated S45C rod, it suits heavy-duty push applications; as a rule of thumb, plan for about 240 kg of safe vertical lifting at 0.5 MPa, not the full 3927 N rating.
Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160S |
|---|---|
| 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 ACE100X160S
| 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 ACE100X160S Is Used
Press Fit Station
Use the 3927 N push at 0.5 MPa to press bearings or bushings into housings on an assembly line, with the compact body fitting between existing fixtures.
Conveyor Stop Gate
Mount this cylinder to raise and lower a stop gate on a packaging conveyor. The 160 mm stroke clears the product path, and the optional magnet lets a sensor confirm the gate is down.
Clamping Jig
Clamp sheet metal parts in a welding jig. The short ISO 21287 body saves space around the weld area, and the 3769.9 N pull force holds the part securely during the cycle.
Is the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X160S the Right Cylinder?
For a lighter duty or smaller footprint, the ACE80X160S offers 2513.3 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the ACE125X160S gives 6135.9 N push for heavier loads. This ACE100X160S sits in the middle of the range, providing a strong force-to-size ratio for medium-to-heavy automation tasks.
Since the magnet is fitted, you can add CMSE or DMSE switches for position sensing. The 1/4" port thread is PT, and the female rod thread is M12x1.75. Remember, this cylinder does not hold position when air is removed - use a rod lock or pilot check valve for load holding.
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 ACE100X160S 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).
It is an ISO 21287 compact cylinder, meaning its body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, saving space in tight installations. It has a fixed TPU bumper at both ends that absorbs energy at stroke end, but it is not an adjustable cushion and does not lock or hold a load. For holding, use an external rod lock.
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