Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X35
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X35 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø16mm bore and 35mm 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
- Stroke35 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 ACQD16X35
The AirTAC ACQD16X35 is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin 8mm rods that exit both ends of the riveted body. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical in both directions, yielding exactly 75.4N of force at 0.5 MPa on both the push and pull strokes. This equal-force symmetry prevents rotational torque without needing a separate external guide.
This 35mm stroke unit includes fixed TPU bumpers at each end for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable air cushions. It features an M5x0.8 PT port and a female M4x0.7 rod-end thread. While the body retains magnetic-switch grooves, this specific SKU ships without a magnet; adding a reed or solid-state sensor requires a model with the -S suffix.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X35 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X35 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 35 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 ACQD16X35
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×35 | 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 ACQD16X35 Is Used
Symmetric Transfer
Drives a dual-sided pick-and-place head in electronics assembly where equal push and pull forces maintain balanced positioning throughout the cycle.
Twin-Guided Pusher
Advances small components on a packaging conveyor without twisting, using the two 8mm rods to stabilize the tooling platform.
Dual-Station Actuation
Powers a secondary cam or sensor flag from the rear rod end on a CNC loader while the front rod executes the primary clamping action.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X35 the Right Cylinder?
At 0.5 MPa, this 16mm bore generates 75.4N of equal bidirectional force. Dropping to a 12mm bore reduces the output to 42.4N, while stepping up to a 20mm bore increases it to 117.8N. If your application only requires unidirectional thrust where push exceeds pull, a single-rod ACQ cylinder provides a more compact footprint. For multi-axis tooling platforms requiring extensive lateral load support, a guided TACQ cylinder is recommended. Confirm the 35mm stroke, default female rod thread, and 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 ACQD16X35 FAQ
It delivers an equal push and pull force of 75.4N at 0.5 MPa and 105.6N at 0.7 MPa, 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 maximum standard stroke available for this 16mm bore is 60mm.
The twin rods resist rotation and provide a longer guide length. It uses fixed TPU bumpers at both ends rather than adjustable air cushions. Note that a plain ACQD does not hold position on air loss; for fail-safe load holding, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required.
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