Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE16X30S
The AirTAC Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE16X30S is a genuine double acting ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 30mm stroke, M5×0.8 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM4×0.7
- CushionFixed TPU bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE16X30S
This AirTAC ACE16X30S is a double acting compact cylinder that uses air to both extend and retract its 8 mm rod. Its 16 mm bore delivers a 100.5 N push and 75.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa, making it a solid choice for light automation tasks.
The ISO 21287 body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into tight guarding and compact jigs where a full-length unit will not. The optional -S magnet is fitted here, enabling CMSE or DMSE reed and solid-state switches for position sensing. For a real-world load, plan on lifting about 6 kg vertically at 0.5 MPa with a 2:1 safety margin, not the full rated force.
Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE16X30S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE16X30S |
|---|---|
| Series | ACE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M4×0.7 |
| 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 75 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 75 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | 106 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 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 ACE16X30S
| ACE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 ACE16X30S Is Used
Compact Jig Clamping
Use in a small pneumatic jig to clamp thin sheet metal parts during drilling or riveting, where the short body fits under a worktable and the 100.5 N push secures the part without marring.
Label Applicator Press
Drive a label applicator head in a packaging line to press labels onto small boxes. The 30 mm stroke matches the label height, and the 75.4 N pull retracts the head cleanly after each cycle.
Part Presence Detection
Actuate a small flag or sensor trigger in an assembly station to confirm a component is present. The fitted magnet allows a CMSE switch to signal the PLC, and the compact body fits in a confined sensor housing.
Is the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE16X30S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing, compare this 16 mm bore with the smaller 12 mm bore (56.5 N push) for lighter duty or the larger 20 mm bore (157.1 N push) for more force. At 30 mm stroke, this model suits short-travel applications; the maximum standard stroke for this bore is 75 mm, so longer moves need a custom order. The M5x0.8 port is standard for bores 12-25 mm, and the female rod thread is M4x0.7. Since the magnet is fitted, you can add CMSE or DMSE sensors for end-of-stroke detection, but remember this cylinder does not hold position if air pressure is lost - 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 ACE16X30S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 100.5 N and the pull force is 75.4 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 140.7 N and pull is 105.6 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. These values are for the 16 mm bore with an 8 mm rod.
The ACE16X30S has a hard-anodized aluminium body that is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into tight spaces like machine guards or small fixtures. It uses a fixed TPU bumper at both ends to absorb impact, and the optional -S magnet (fitted here) allows CMSE or DMSE switches for position sensing. The operating pressure is 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi) with a speed range of 30-500 mm/s.
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