Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X30
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X30 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke30 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 ACQD16X30
The AirTAC ACQD16X30 is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin Ø8mm rods that exit from both ends of the riveted body. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical in both directions, yielding perfectly 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 thrust.
The dual-rod layout inherently resists rotation and extends the guiding length, allowing you to mount a small tool platform directly without needing a separate external guide. This specific configuration ships without a magnet, though the body retains magnetic-switch grooves for future sensing upgrades. It incorporates fixed TPU bumpers at both ends to soften end-of-stroke impacts across its 30mm travel.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X30 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X30 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 ACQD16X30
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 ACQD16X30 Is Used
Symmetric Transfer Shuttle
Drives a pick-and-place shuttle in electronics assembly where identical push and pull thrust ensures stable part handoff without rotational drift.
Twin-Guided Pusher
Mounts a small tooling plate directly to the extending rods on a packaging conveyor to push cartons smoothly without a separate external guide.
Dual-Station Actuation
Uses both rod ends on a test fixture to trigger a sensor flag on one side while driving a clamp on the other, saving build space.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X30 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16mm bore actuator, consider the neighboring bores: the 12mm version provides 42.4N, while the 20mm offers 117.8N at 0.5MPa. If your mechanism only requires force in one direction and a lower pull force is acceptable, a standard single-rod ACQ cylinder might suffice. Choose the ACQD16X30 when you need symmetric thrust and anti-rotation stability in a compact footprint. Confirm your ordering essentials, noting this unit features an M5x0.8 port, a female M4x0.7 rod-end thread, and a 30mm stroke.
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 ACQD16X30 FAQ
The ACQD16X30 generates an equal push and pull force of 75.4N at 0.5MPa and 105.6N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 15kgf at 1.0MPa. Because the twin rods occupy both chambers, the annular area is identical in each direction, making thrust perfectly symmetric. The maximum standard stroke available for this 16mm bore is 60mm.
No, a plain ACQ-type cylinder will drift and cannot hold its load if air pressure drops; an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required for fail-safe holding. For motion control, this model relies on fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends to absorb end-of-stroke impacts, rather than adjustable air cushions.
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