This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is ACEJ20X160-20 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the ACEJ20X160-20 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 ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20
The AirTAC Airtac ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20 is a double acting, adjustable stroke DIN-standard tight/compact air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 160mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a hard-anodized aluminium body. This model is discontinued — the current-production replacement is the ACEJ20X160-20 (ISO 21287 ACE), in the same bore, stroke and force class.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, adjustable stroke
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- StatusDiscontinued → ACEJ20X160-20
- 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 ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20
The ACPJ20X160-20 is a double acting compact cylinder with an adjustable extend stroke: a stop screw trims the 160 mm stroke by up to 20 mm on site, giving a usable range of 140-160 mm. At the 20 mm bore it delivers 157.1 N push and 117.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, rising to 219.9 N push at 0.7 MPa. The 160 mm stroke exceeds the 100 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore, so it is a made-to-order build. This model is discontinued; the current-production replacement is ACEJ20X160.
The short ISO 21287-class body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it slots into tight gantries and guarding where a full-length body cannot. A fixed TPU bumper sits at both ends, and the hard-anodized aluminium body pairs with an S45C hard-chrome rod. For sizing, plan on roughly 94 N of real work at 0.5 MPa (about 0.6 of the push rating), which corresponds to lifting about 9 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin.
Airtac ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACPJ DIN compact cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | ACEJ20X160-20 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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 bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 100 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACP datasheet (now discontinued). The ACEJ20X160-20 (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 | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 118 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | 165 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
The ACEJ20X160-20 produces the same force from the same bore. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20
| ACPJ | DIN compact cylinder (adjustable-stroke, discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -20 | Adjustable stroke window (mm the extend stroke can be shortened on site). |
| 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 ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20 Is Used
Lift-and-present gantry
Raises small fixture plates of about 9 kg on a PCB handling gantry, with the 20 mm stop window dialing the lift height between 140 and 160 mm to match tray levels.
Compact press fixture
Applies roughly 94 N of usable clamping force at 0.5 MPa to seat connectors in an electronics assembly jig where a full-length body will not fit.
Packaging line reject pusher
Pushes undersized cartons off a narrow conveyor lane, with the adjustable stroke trimming throw to the lane width without re-plumbing.
Replacing the Airtac ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20 with the ACEJ20X160-20
Size both ways: if 157.1 N push at 0.5 MPa is more than you need, the 16 mm bore gives 100.5 N; if you need more, step up to the 25 mm class. Remember the stop screw is a mechanical end stop for the extend stroke only - on air loss the piston still drifts, so it is not a load-holding lock. FA/FB flange and LB foot mountings bolt to the standard face. This unit has no magnet (the optional -S code adds one for CMSE / DMSE switches). Order ACEJ20X160 as the current drop-in and confirm ISO 21287 mounting dimensions before swapping.
Replacement checklist
- ✓ Current-production ACE → ACEJ20X160-20
- ✓ Same bore / stroke / force class
- ✓ Confirm ISO 21287 mounting dimensions
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Add -S for magnet if you need sensors
Airtac ACPJ Adjustable Compact Cylinder ACPJ20X160-20 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 157.1 N and pulls 117.8 N; at 0.7 MPa push is 219.9 N and pull 164.9 N. Theoretical maximum is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure is 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi), proof 1.5 MPa (215 psi), speed 30-500 mm/s, air filtered to 40 um.
The -20 code gives a 20 mm window: a stop screw shortens the 160 mm extend stroke to any length down to 140 mm. The model is discontinued; ACEJ20X160 is the current ISO 21287 drop-in with the same bore, stroke and force class - confirm mounting dimensions before swapping.
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