Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X15B
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X15B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø12mm bore and 15mm 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
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionBumper (both ends)
- 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 ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X15B
The AirTAC ACQD12X15B is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring a 6mm piston rod extending from both ends. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the 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. The twin rods resist rotation and provide a longer guide length, allowing you to carry a small tool platform without needing an external anti-rotation guide.
This 12mm bore variant includes a male M5x0.8 rod-end thread for direct load coupling and uses an M5x0.8 port. It relies on fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable air cushions. The body features magnetic-switch grooves, but this specific configuration ships without a magnet, so position sensing requires adding one separately.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X15B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X15B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 ACQD12X15B
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 ACQD12X15B Is Used
Twin-Guided Pick-and-Place
Mounts a small vacuum gripper on the second rod end for electronics pick-and-place, preventing jaw twist during rapid vertical shifts.
Symmetric Transfer Pusher
Pushes lightweight cartons on a packaging conveyor with identical extension and retraction force, ensuring consistent indexing.
Dual-Station Sample Diverter
Drives a lab sample diverter gate where the opposite rod end simultaneously trips a solid-state sensor flag to confirm position.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X15B the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 15mm stroke model provides 42.4N of symmetrical force at 0.5MPa. If your application requires less force, you would step down to a smaller bore, but at the edge of the range, stepping up to a 16mm bore yields 75.4N. If you need true fail-safe load holding on air loss, a plain ACQD will drift, so you must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Choose a single-rod ACQ if equal bidirectional force is not required, or a guided TACQ for higher side-load capacity. Confirm the 15mm stroke, the M5x0.8 male rod thread, and the PT port form when ordering.
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 ACQD12X15B FAQ
The push and pull forces are equal at 42.4N @0.5MPa and 59.4N @0.7MPa, with a maximum of 9kgf @1.0MPa. Push equals pull because the double-rod design creates the same annular area in both chambers. The maximum standard stroke for a 12mm bore is 50mm.
The two protruding rods resist rotation and extend guide length without needing an external guide. End-of-stroke deceleration comes from fixed TPU elastomer bumpers, not adjustable air cushions. The body has sensor grooves, but since this model lacks the -S magnet, you must install a reed or solid-state switch separately.
Authorized Export Seller
Genuine AirTAC parts produced by AirTAC factory.
1-Year Warranty
Covers non-human-caused product damage.
Fast Dispatch
Standard models are processed and dispatched in 3-5 business days.
Fast Reply
Most inquiries answered within 7-8 hours.
Related AirTAC ACQD Compact Cylinders
Request a Quote for Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X15B
Send us the quantity and destination. We confirm price, stock and lead time — usually within 7-8 hours.