Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø12mm bore and 10mm stroke. The twin rods resist rotation and give equal push and pull force, so it carries and guides a tool platform without a separate anti-rotation guide.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionBumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB
The AirTAC ACQD12X10SB is a 12mm bore, 10mm stroke double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin rods that exit from both ends. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the effective annular area is identical in both directions, yielding equal push and pull forces of 42.4N at 0.5MPa and 59.4N at 0.7MPa. This symmetric force profile is ideal for applications requiring consistent bidirectional cycle times.
The dual shafts inherently resist rotation and provide an extended guide length, eliminating the need for a separate external anti-rotation guide in small tooling platforms. This unit includes a built-in piston magnet for electronic or reed switch sensing, and features a male M5x0.8 rod-end thread for direct load coupling. It uses a fixed TPU elastomer bumper at each end for end-of-stroke deceleration, operating at speeds from 30-500mm/s.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M3×0.5 female / M5×0.8 male (B) |
| 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 | Bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 50 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACQD datasheet. A rod exits both ends, so both directions use the same annular area. Confirm against the product label before installation.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm — equal both ways)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 42 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 59 N | 59 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 9 kgf | |
Because a rod occupies both chambers, push and pull forces are EQUAL — the annular area applies in each direction. Actual usable force is lower due to friction; size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch sensing (omit = none). |
| B | Male-thread piston rod (omit = female thread). |
Thread: PT standard (G / NPT available). The twin rods resist rotation and add guiding length. Related: ACQ (single rod), ACQJ (adjustable stroke), TACQ (guided).
Where the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB Is Used
Twin-Guided Micro Pusher
Drives a small electronic component pusher in PCB assembly, using the dual rods to prevent platform twist without needing a bulky external guide rail.
Symmetric Transfer Arm
Powers a pick-and-place transfer arm in packaging machinery where equal push and pull forces ensure stable, vibration-free movement in both travel directions.
Dual-Station Actuation
Actuates a dual-station test fixture in semiconductor manufacturing, using the second rod end to trigger a physical sensor flag for cycle counting.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB the Right Cylinder?
For sizing, this 12mm bore provides 42.4N of force both ways at 0.5MPa; stepping down is not an option as this is the smallest available bore, while stepping up to the 16mm bore increases bidirectional force to 75.4N at 0.5MPa. If your load strictly requires unbalanced push force greater than pull, a single-rod ACQ cylinder is a better fit. When ordering, confirm the 10mm stroke, the male M5x0.8 rod thread, and the M5x0.8 port size.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Equal force both ways at your pressure
- ✓ Anti-rotation needed (twin rods)?
- ✓ Both rod ends usable for tooling?
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Female (blank) or male (B) rod thread
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Both rods share the load — keep force concentric.
- check Twin rods resist rotation but avoid heavy side load.
- check Handle the C-clip carefully; seat it fully in its groove.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X10SB FAQ
The ACQD12X10SB operates at 0.15-1.0MPa and delivers an equal push and pull force of 42.4N at 0.5MPa and 59.4N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum force of 9kgf at 1.0MPa. Because a rod exits both ends, the annular piston area is identical in each direction, making push and pull forces perfectly equal. The standard stroke limit for this 12mm bore is 50mm.
The twin rods resist rotation and provide extended guide length without an external guide. It uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends for deceleration, not adjustable air cushions. For position holding under air loss, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required, as the plain cylinder will drift. The included -S magnet works with reed or solid-state electronic switches.
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