Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X30B
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X30B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø12mm bore and 30mm 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
- Stroke30 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 ACQD12X30B
The ACQD12X30B 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 perfectly equal push and pull forces of 42.4N at 0.5MPa and 59.4N at 0.7MPa. This symmetric thrust is ideal for balanced cycling tasks.
Twin rods provide extended guiding length and inherent anti-rotation properties, eliminating the need for a separate external guide in small tooling platforms. This 12mm bore unit includes a male M5x0.8 rod-end thread for direct mounting, fixed TPU bumpers for end-of-stroke deceleration, and a 30mm stroke within a compact riveted body. The M5x0.8 port operates between 0.15-1.0MPa.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X30B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X30B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 ACQD12X30B
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 ACQD12X30B Is Used
Symmetric Transfer
Drives a small parts shuttle in electronics assembly, using the equal bidirectional 42.4N force to maintain consistent timing in both directions.
Twin-Guided Pusher
Pushes lightweight components on a test fixture without twisting, relying on the dual 6mm rods to resist rotational torque naturally.
Dual-Station Actuation
Actuates a tiny clamping jig from one end while the opposite rod end triggers a mechanical flag, saving space on dense packaging machinery.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X30B the Right Cylinder?
At 0.5MPa this 12mm bore generates 42.4N of force both ways; dropping below this size is not an option as 12mm is the minimum available. Stepping up to the 16mm bore raises the thrust to 75.4N if your payload requires more power. Choose a single-rod ACQ if you only need standard unidirectional pushing and want to save space, or select a guided TACQ when facing heavy lateral loads. This specific B-suffix variant features male M5x0.8 rod threads and lacks a sensor magnet, so confirm your detection requirements before 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 ACQD12X30B FAQ
It provides equal push and pull forces of 42.4N at 0.5MPa and 59.4N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 9kgf at 1.0MPa. Push equals pull because the double-rod design creates identical annular areas on both sides. The maximum standard stroke available for this 12mm bore is 50mm.
It uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends to absorb impact, which are not adjustable; for high kinetic energy, add an external shock absorber. A plain ACQ-type cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure is lost, so you must use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe holding.
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