Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø16mm bore and 5mm 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
- Stroke5 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 ACQD16X5
The AirTAC ACQD16X5 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 on both sides, yielding equal 75.4N push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This symmetry is ideal for short 5mm strokes requiring balanced bi-directional thrust.
The dual-rod architecture resists torsion and extends guide length without needing an external anti-rotation guide. It uses fixed TPU bumpers for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable cushions. The body includes magnetic-switch grooves, though this specific unit ships without a magnet. It uses an M5x0.8 port and a female M4x0.7 rod end.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 ACQD16X5
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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 ACQD16X5 Is Used
Gripper Synchronization
Drives small pneumatic grippers where the second rod end actuates a flag for a solid-state sensor.
Symmetric Transfer
Pushes and retracts a small conveyor diverter arm with matched 75.4N force in both directions.
PCB Ejector Station
Ejects electronic boards from test fixtures using a non-rotating twin-rod platform on a 5mm stroke.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5 the Right Cylinder?
Providing 75.4N at 0.5MPa (105.6N at 0.7MPa), this 16mm bore sits between the 12mm (42.4N) and 20mm (117.8N) sizes. Choose this if your 5mm stroke needs exact push/pull matching. If your mechanism only pulls or pushes in one direction, a single-rod ACQ saves space. If heavy side loads exceed the twin rods' capacity, a guided TACQ is better. To order, confirm the 5mm stroke, the female M4x0.7 thread, and the M5x0.8 port.
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 ACQD16X5 FAQ
The push and pull forces are equal at 75.4N at 0.5MPa and 105.6N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 15kgf at 1.0MPa. Forces match because the twin rods create identical annular areas on both sides. The maximum standard stroke available for this 16mm bore is 60mm.
The dual rods prevent torsion and increase guide length without an external guide. It uses fixed TPU bumpers for deceleration, not adjustable air cushions. It does not hold position on air loss; for fail-safe holding, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
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