This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is ACED40X30B — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the ACED40X30B in place of this model. 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 ACPD40X30B
The AirTAC Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD40X30B is a double acting, double rod DIN-standard tight/compact air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 30mm stroke, 1/8" air ports and a hard-anodized aluminium body. This model is discontinued — the current-production replacement is the ACED40X30B (ISO 21287 ACE), in the same bore, stroke and force class.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → ACED40X30B
- 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 ACPD40X30B
A double acting compact cylinder with a rod leaving both covers, the ACPD40X30B delivers 571.8 N in each direction at 0.5 MPa (800.5 N at 0.7 MPa), because both strokes work on the rod-side area. The 40 mm bore drives a 12 mm through-rod over a 30 mm stroke, with a male rod thread (B code) on each end and a 1/8" PT port. It runs on air filtered to 40 um at 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi), proof pressure 1.5 MPa (215 psi), from -20 to +70 C at 30-500 mm/s.
The short ISO 21287-class body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it slots into tight fixtures and guarding. A fixed TPU bumper sits at each end, and the rear rod can carry a sensor flag or take side load thanks to the symmetric through-rod. Note: this model is discontinued - the current-production drop-in is the ACED40X30 (swap the P for an E); confirm ISO 21287 mounting dimensions before swapping. This unit has no magnet, so position sensing needs the optional -S code with CMSE / DMSE switches.
Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD40X30B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD40X30B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACPD DIN compact cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | ACED40X30B |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 200 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACP datasheet (now discontinued). The ACED40X30B (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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 572 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 800 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 117 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 ACPD40X30B
| ACPD | DIN compact cylinder (double-rod, discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 (adjustable stroke).
Where the Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD40X30B Is Used
Dual-side press fixture
The through-rod pushes a locating pin forward and a clamp back from one cylinder, so a machining fixture gets 571.8 N on both sides without a second actuator.
Bidirectional diverter on packaging lines
Equal force both ways at 0.5 MPa makes the 40 mm double-rod body ideal for a pusher that must divert cartons left or right with identical thrust.
Sensor-flag carrier in a gantry
The rear rod of the 12 mm through-rod mounts a flag for CMSE / DMSE switches (with the optional -S magnet), giving end-of-stroke signals in a 30 mm envelope.
Replacing the Airtac ACPD Double Rod Compact Cylinder ACPD40X30B with the ACED40X30B
At 40 mm bore you get 571.8 N per direction at 0.5 MPa; if your jig needs less, the 32 mm double-rod version gives 345.6 N, and the 50 mm bore steps up to 881.2 N. Plan on roughly 343 N of usable push (about 0.6 of rating), which is around 35 kgf - halve that for a 2:1 margin and it lifts about 17 kg vertically. The 30 mm stroke is well inside the 200 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore. Foot (LB) and flange (FA/FB) mounts bolt to the standard face; the male thread (B) suits external rod accessories. If you must hold a load with air off, add a rod lock or pilot check - the bare cylinder drifts. Order the ACED40X30 as the current replacement.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Current-production ACE → ACED40X30B
- ✓ 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 ACPD40X30B FAQ
Yes - the double-rod design means both strokes use the rod-side area, so force is equal each way: 571.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 800.5 N at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum of 116.6 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating range is 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi), proof 1.5 MPa (215 psi), speed 30-500 mm/s, on air filtered to 40 um.
Order the ACED40X30, the current-production ISO 21287 successor (swap the P for an E). It matches the same 40 mm bore, 30 mm stroke and force class with a short compact body and FA/FB flange or LB foot mounting. Because the ACP is DIN-standard, confirm the ISO 21287 mounting dimensions before swapping. For position switches, the -S magnet code enables CMSE / DMSE sensors.
Related AirTAC ACE Cylinders
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