Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X45B
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X45B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø12mm bore and 45mm 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
- Stroke45 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 ACQD12X45B
The AirTAC ACQD12X45B is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring a 12mm bore and 45mm stroke. Because twin Ø6mm rods protrude from both ends, the annular piston areas match perfectly. This yields identical push and pull forces of 42.4N at 0.5MPa and 59.4N at 0.7MPa, enabling perfectly symmetric cycles without force imbalance.
Equipped with male M5x0.8 rod-end threads, it couples directly to your tooling. The extra guide length resists torsional deflection without needing an external guide. Deceleration relies on fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at each end rather than adjustable air cushions. Note this unit lacks the -S magnet, though the body retains switch grooves for future sensor integration.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X45B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X45B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 45 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 ACQD12X45B
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×45 | 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 ACQD12X45B Is Used
Symmetric Component Transfer
Ideal for electronics assembly lines where equal push and pull strokes move delicate components between stations without rotational drift.
Twin-Guided Pick & Place
The dual-rod architecture provides inherent anti-rotation for small gripper platforms on PCB handling machines, eliminating separate guide rails.
Dual-Station Actuation
Drive a primary tooling load on one end while using the opposite rod tip to trigger a mechanical flag or secondary mechanism in packaging equipment.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD12X45B the Right Cylinder?
Generating 59.4N at 0.7MPa, this 12mm bore suits light-duty transfer tasks. If your payload is very light, a smaller bore might suffice, but stepping up to a 16mm bore raises output to 105.6N for heavier resistance. Choose this specific configuration when you need the male M5x0.8 thread for direct mounting and a 45mm stroke within the 50mm maximum standard limit. Remember it lacks a sensor magnet; select an -S variant if position feedback is required immediately.
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 ACQD12X45B FAQ
It delivers 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 and pull match because the twin rods occupy both chambers, creating identical annular areas. The standard stroke limit for this 12mm bore is 50mm.
No, a standard ACQD does not hold position upon air loss; you must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for fail-safe holding. For end-of-stroke deceleration, it uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers rather than adjustable air cushions, so external shock absorbers may be needed for high-speed approaches.
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