Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X250SB
The AirTAC Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X250SB is a genuine double acting ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 250mm 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
- Stroke250 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 ACE100X250SB
This AirTAC ACE100X250SB is a double acting compact cylinder that uses air to both extend and retract its 20 mm hard-chrome rod. With a 100 mm bore it delivers a robust 3927 N push force at 0.5 MPa, making it a strong choice for medium-heavy automation tasks. The ISO 21287 short body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into tight machine frames where a full-length unit will not. For real-world work, plan for roughly 240 kg of safe vertical lift at 0.5 MPa, which is about 60% of the rated push force, giving you a practical margin for friction and load variations.
The body is hard-anodized aluminium alloy with a roller-burnished bore for wear resistance, and the S45C steel rod is hard-chrome plated. This model includes the optional -S magnet, so you can mount CMSE or DMSE reed or solid-state switches directly to sense the piston position. The fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke energy, but it does not lock or hold a load; for that, use a rod lock or pilot check valve. The 1/4" port and M12x1.75 male rod thread (B code) make it easy to connect and couple in standard systems.
Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X250SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X250SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 250 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 ACE100X250SB
| ACE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | 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 ACE100X250SB Is Used
Press Fit Assembly
Use the 3927 N push force to press bushings or bearings into housings on an assembly line, where the compact body fits between guide rails.
Conveyor Stop Gate
Actuate a stop gate on a packaging conveyor to divert heavy cartons, with the 250 mm stroke providing clearance and the magnet signaling position to a PLC.
Clamping Fixture
Clamp large workpieces in a CNC machining fixture, using the 3769.9 N pull force to hold parts securely during drilling or milling operations.
Is the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE100X250SB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing, compare this 100 mm bore with the 80 mm bore, which pushes 2513.3 N at 0.5 MPa, or step up to the 125 mm bore for 6135.9 N push. The 250 mm stroke is within the 300 mm maximum standard for this bore, so it is a standard, ready-to-ship option. Since the -S magnet is fitted, you can add CMSE or DMSE switches for position sensing, which is useful for automated cycles. The male rod thread (B) simplifies mounting with rod-end accessories, and the ISO 21287 face accepts FA/FB flanges, LB foot brackets, or CA/CB clevis mounts directly.
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 ACE100X250SB 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 at 1.0 MPa is 800.9 kgf. These figures assume clean, dry air at the specified pressure.
The ACE100X250SB body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, saving valuable mounting space in tight jigs and gantries. It uses a fixed TPU bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration, not an adjustable cushion. The optional -S magnet allows CMSE or DMSE sensors to detect piston position, and the hard-anodized aluminium body resists wear in demanding environments.
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