This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the ACP series. You can still order this code here: we ship the current replacement ACED20X20, the same code under the new prefix. The ACE replacement is a current-production ISO 21287 compact cylinder in the same bore, stroke and force class, with a matching short body and the same mounting-accessory family, so it fits the same envelope. Confirm mounting-interface dimensions against the ACE datasheet before ordering.
Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20
The AirTAC ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20 is a double acting, double rod DIN-standard tight/compact air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 20mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a hard-anodized aluminium body. This model is discontinued — the current-production replacement is the ACED20X20 (ISO 21287 ACE), in the same bore, stroke and force class.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- StatusDiscontinued → ACED20X20
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20
A double acting compact cylinder with a rod leaving both covers, the ACPD20X20 pushes and pulls with identical output: 117.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 164.9 N at 0.7 MPa in either direction, since both strokes work on the rod-side area of the 20 mm bore. The through-rod resists rotation and light side load, gives a symmetric mounting point, and the rear rod can carry a sensor flag. A fixed TPU bumper sits at each end, and speed runs 30-500 mm/s at 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi).
The short ISO 21287-class body saves roughly 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it slots into tight pick-and-place gantries. Note this model is discontinued: the current-production direct is the ACED20X20, so confirm ISO 21287 mounting dimensions before swapping.
Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACPD DIN compact cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | ACED20X20 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 100 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACP datasheet (now discontinued). The ACED20X20 (ISO 21287) carries the same bore/stroke/force class; confirm mounting-interface dimensions against the ACE datasheet before installation. Rod type: female thread (blank) or male thread (B). Thread options: PT (blank) / G.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 118 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 165 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 24 kgf |
Double-rod: a rod exits both covers, so output force is equal in both directions (rod-side area used).
Model Code: Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20
| ACPD | DIN compact cylinder (double-rod, discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing (omit for no magnet). |
| B | Rod type: B = male thread; blank = female thread. |
Replacement mapping (swap P for E): ACP→ACE, ASP→ASE, ATP→ATE, ACPD→ACED, ACPJ→ACEJ. ACP-family: ACP (double acting), ASP / ATP (single acting push / pull), ACPD (double rod), ACPJ (double rod, adjustable stroke).
Where the Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20 Is Used
Fixture clamping both sides
The through-rod lets a jig clamp a PCB carrier from the front while the rear rod drives a witness pin, with 117.8 N of equal force on each stroke at 0.5 MPa.
Push-pull transfer slide
On a small electronics assembly slide, the 20 mm stroke shuttles connector trays between two nest positions at up to 500 mm/s, with identical thrust either way.
Sensor-flag test station
With the optional -S magnet and CMSE or DMSE switches, the rear rod carries a flag so a vision bench confirms full retraction of the 20 mm stroke before probing starts.
Replacing the Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20 with the ACED20X20
At 20 mm bore the ACPD20X20 delivers 117.8 N both ways at 0.5 MPa; step down to the 16 mm bore (75.4 N) for lighter tooling or up to the 25 mm bore (206.2 N) when the load grows. The 20 mm stroke is within the 100 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore, so no made-to-order build is needed. The rod end is female M6x1.0 and the port is M5x0.8 (PT). This unit has no magnet: order the -S code if you want CMSE or DMSE switches. For a load that must stay put when air is lost, add a rod lock or pilot check externally. Replacement: ACED20X20.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Current-production ACE → ACED20X20
- ✓ Same bore / stroke / force class
- ✓ Confirm ISO 21287 mounting dimensions
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Add -S for magnet if you need sensors
Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD20X20 FAQ
Yes. Because a rod exits both covers, both strokes use the rod-side area of the 20 mm bore, so force is equal both ways: 117.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 164.9 N at 0.7 MPa. At the full 1.0 MPa rating the peak is 24.0 kgf. Operating range is 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi) with a 1.5 MPa (215 psi) proof pressure, and speed spans 30-500 mm/s.
The hard-anodized aluminium body follows the short ISO 21287-class format, saving about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, with FA/FB flange or LB foot mounting and a fixed TPU bumper at each end. The ACPD20X20 is discontinued; the current-production direct is the ACED20X20 in the same bore, stroke and force class - confirm the ISO 21287 mounting dimensions before ordering.
Request a Quote for the ACED20X20
Send us the quantity and destination. We confirm price, stock and lead time on the ACED20X20 replacement — usually within 7-8 hours.