
The AirTAC Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE20X30SB is a genuine double acting ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø20mm 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.
This AirTAC ACE20X30SB is a double acting ISO 21287 compact cylinder with a 20 mm bore and 30 mm stroke. It delivers 157.1 N push and 117.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa, making it a solid choice for light assembly tasks.
The short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, fitting into tight jigs and guards. The optional -S magnet is fitted here, enabling CMSE or DMSE switches for position sensing. For a 2:1 safety margin, plan to lift about 8 kg vertically (157.1 N / 9.81 / 2), so match it to real part weights in your fixture.
| Model | Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE20X30SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M6×1.0 |
| 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 100 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.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 118 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | 165 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| ACE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 20 | 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.
Use in a jig to clamp small plastic or aluminum parts during drilling or light milling, where the 157.1 N push secures the workpiece without deformation.
Drive a label applicator head in a packaging line, using the 30 mm stroke to press labels onto boxes or bottles with consistent force and speed.
Actuate a test probe in an electronics QC station, where the compact body fits under a conveyor and the 117.8 N pull retracts the probe after contact.
For lighter loads, consider the 16 mm bore with 100.5 N push, while the 25 mm bore offers 245.4 N push if you need more force. This 20 mm bore with a 30 mm stroke suits compact spaces where a shorter stroke is adequate. The male rod thread (B code) simplifies mounting with rod-end accessories, and the M5x0.8 port is standard for this bore size. Since the magnet is fitted, you can add CMSE or DMSE sensors for position feedback, but remember this cylinder does not hold position without air pressure.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 157.1 N and the pull force is 117.8 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 219.9 N and pull is 164.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 32 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).
The ACE20X30SB has a short body that saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits in tight spaces like machine guards or gantries. It uses a fixed TPU bumper at both ends to absorb impact, and the hard-anodized aluminum body resists wear. The optional -S magnet is fitted here, allowing CMSE or DMSE switches for position sensing.
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