Airtac ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB
The AirTAC Airtac ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB is a genuine double acting, adjustable stroke ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 45mm 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.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke45 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, adjustable stroke
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB
The ACEJ20X45-30SB is a double acting ISO 21287 compact cylinder with a 20 mm bore and a 45 mm stroke that an external stop screw trims anywhere in a 30 mm window, giving a usable extend range of 15-45 mm. At 0.5 MPa it pushes 157.1 N and pulls 117.8 N, rising to 219.9 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical ceiling of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The male rod thread (B code) bolts straight into knuckle fittings, and the fitted -S magnet accepts CMSE / DMSE switches for end-of-stroke sensing.
The short ISO 21287 body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it slots into shallow fixtures and guarded cells. As a working rule, size real work at about 94 N (0.6 of the 0.5 MPa push), which corresponds to lifting roughly 9 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. A fixed TPU bumper at each end absorbs end-of-stroke shock, the hard-anodized aluminium body runs on an S45C hard-chrome rod, and speed spans 30-500 mm/s at 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi).
Airtac ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACEJ compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 45 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, adjustable stroke |
| 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB
| ACEJ | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (adjustable-stroke). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×45 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -30 | Adjustable stroke window (mm the extend stroke can be shortened on site). |
| 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 ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB Is Used
Fixture clamp with changeover trim
On a small machining fixture, the stop screw sets clamp position anywhere from 15 to 45 mm, so one cylinder handles several part heights without remounting; 157.1 N at 0.5 MPa suits light clamps.
Pick-and-place with position feedback
The fitted -S magnet lets CMSE / DMSE switches report extend and retract on a compact electronics assembly gantry where the short body must fit under a low guard.
Bench press for small inserts
Pressing bushings or labels into plastic housings at about 94 N of usable working force, with the male rod thread driving a knuckle for straight-line thrust.
Is the Airtac ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB the Right Cylinder?
At this force class the 20 mm bore suits light clamping and part-presenting duty; if your load needs more, the 25 mm bore delivers 245.4 N push at 0.5 MPa, and the 16 mm bore (100.5 N push) covers lighter tasks. The 30 mm trim window is ideal when one cylinder must serve several product widths - set the stop screw once per changeover instead of swapping cylinders. Remember the adjuster is a mechanical end stop only: on air loss the piston still drifts, so add a valve or external lock if you need position holding. FA flange or LB foot mounts and I/Y rod knuckles fit the ISO 21287 face, and the -S magnet on this model pairs with CMSE / DMSE switches.
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 ACEJ12 Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACEJ20X45-30SB FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 157.1 N and pulls 117.8 N; at 0.7 MPa, 219.9 N push and 164.9 N pull; theoretical maximum is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The -30 code is a 30 mm adjustment window: an external stop screw shortens the 45 mm extend stroke by up to 30 mm, so the working range is 15-45 mm. It is a mechanical end stop, not a mid-stroke lock - the piston still drifts if air is lost.
The ISO 21287 short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, ideal for tight jigs and guarded machines. This model carries the optional -S magnet, so CMSE / DMSE reed or solid-state switches can be clipped to the body for position signals. FA flange, LB foot, I and Y rod knuckles bolt to the standard face, the port is M5x0.8, and a fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke shock.
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