Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE32X160
The AirTAC Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE32X160 is a genuine double acting ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 160mm stroke, 1/8" 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.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionFixed TPU bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE32X160
This AirTAC ACE32X160 is a double acting compact cylinder with a 32 mm bore and a 160 mm stroke, delivering a 402.1 N push force at 0.5 MPa. Its 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. The hard-anodized aluminium body and S45C hard-chrome plated rod resist wear in continuous cycling.
For a real-world load, plan on about 24 kg of safe vertical work at 0.5 MPa, using a 2:1 margin on the theoretical 402.1 N push. The fixed TPU bumper at each end absorbs impact, but it does not lock the rod in place; if the air supply fails, the piston drifts, so use a rod lock for any held load. This model has no magnet, so CMSE or DMSE sensors cannot be fitted unless you order the optional -S magnet version.
Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE32X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE32X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 200 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 (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 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 ACE32X160
| ACE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 32 | 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 ACE32X160 Is Used
Jig Clamping on CNC
Mount this 32 mm bore cylinder in a CNC fixture to clamp small aluminium parts during drilling. The 402.1 N push holds the workpiece firmly, and the short body fits under the spindle guard.
Package Stop on Conveyor
Use the ACE32X160 as a pneumatic stop on a light conveyor line. The 160 mm stroke extends a blocker to halt boxes up to 24 kg, and the fixed TPU bumper softens the impact at both ends.
Guard Door Actuator
In a packaging machine, this cylinder opens a small safety guard door. The compact body saves space on the frame, and the 345.6 N retract force pulls the door closed reliably.
Is the Airtac ACE Compact Cylinder ACE32X160 the Right Cylinder?
Choose the ACE32X160 when you need a 160 mm stroke in a compact envelope with a 402.1 N push at 0.5 MPa. For lighter duty, the ACE25X160 offers 245.4 N push, while the ACE40X160 steps up to 628.3 N push at the same pressure. The 1/8" port suits standard fittings, and the female M8x1.25 rod thread accepts common attachments.
Since this unit has no magnet, order the -S code if you plan to use CMSE or DMSE reed or solid-state switches for position sensing. Mounting options like FA or FB flanges, LB foot, or CA/CB clevis bolt directly to the ISO 21287 face, so it drops into standard fixtures without custom brackets.
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 ACE32X160 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402.1 N and the pull force is 345.6 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 563 N and pull is 483.8 N. The theoretical maximum force is 82 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 ACE32X160 has a short body that saves about 50% of the mounting length compared to an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. This lets you fit it into confined areas like machine guards or gantries. The fixed TPU bumper absorbs end-of-stroke energy, but it does not hold the rod; for a held load, add a rod lock or pilot check valve.
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