Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X10SB
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X10SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM4×0.7 (F) / M6×1.0 (B)
- CushionBumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X10SB
The AirTAC ACQD16X10SB is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin Ø8mm rods extending from both ends. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical in both directions, generating equal push and pull forces of 75.4N at 0.5MPa and 105.6N at 0.7MPa. This symmetry is ideal for applications requiring consistent bi-directional force.
The dual-rod architecture inherently resists rotation and provides an extended guide length, eliminating the need for a separate external anti-rotation guide. This specific configuration includes a built-in piston magnet (-S) compatible with reed or solid-state switches, and male M6x1.0 rod-end threads (-B) for direct load coupling. It uses fixed TPU bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration across its 10mm travel.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X10SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X10SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M4×0.7 female / M6×1.0 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 60 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 (Ø16mm — equal both ways)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 75 N | 75 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 106 N | 106 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 15 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 ACQD16X10SB
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 ACQD16X10SB Is Used
Symmetric Transfer Shuttle
Drives a short 10mm parts shuttle on an electronics assembly line, utilizing the equal push and pull forces to maintain consistent timing in both directions.
Dual-Station Actuation
Uses both rod ends simultaneously to trigger two separate micro-valves on a packaging machine, saving space by performing two synchronized movements from one body.
Twin-Guided Pick-and-Place
Lifts a small electronic component using a male M6 threaded tooling bracket, relying on the anti-rotation properties of the dual rods to prevent part misalignment.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X10SB the Right Cylinder?
Select this 16mm bore if your mechanism requires 75.4N of symmetric force at 0.5MPa within a tight 10mm stroke. Stepping down to a 12mm bore reduces the output to 42.4N, whereas stepping up to a 20mm bore provides 117.8N. If your layout only needs force in one direction and lacks torsional loads, a standard single-rod ACQ cylinder is sufficient. If heavy off-center loads exceed the twin rods' guide capacity, consider a guided TACQ module. Confirm the M5x0.8 port, PT thread form, and the male M6x1.0 rod connection 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 ACQD16X10SB FAQ
The cylinder provides equal push and pull forces of 75.4N at 0.5MPa and 105.6N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 15kgf at 1.0MPa. Push and pull forces are identical because the twin rods create the same annular area in both chambers. The stroke is 10mm, and the maximum standard stroke available for this 16mm bore is 60mm.
The -B option provides male M6x1.0 threads on both rod ends for direct mounting. Instead of an adjustable air cushion, it uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at stroke ends to absorb impact. The -S magnet allows position detection using either reed or electronic solid-state switches installed in the body grooves.
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