Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø16mm bore and 50mm 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
- Stroke50 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 ACQD16X50
The AirTAC ACQD16X50 is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin Ø8 mm rods that exit both ends of the riveted body. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical in both directions, yielding equal push and pull thrust of 75.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 105.6 N at 0.7 MPa. This symmetry is ideal for applications requiring consistent force in both stroke directions.
The dual-rod layout inherently resists torsion and extends guiding length, allowing a small tool platform to be carried directly without a separate anti-rotation guide. The second rod end can drive a sensor flag or a secondary load. It uses fixed TPU bumpers for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable air cushions, and the body includes magnetic-switch grooves, though this specific configuration ships without a magnet.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 ACQD16X50
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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 ACQD16X50 Is Used
Symmetric Transfer Pusher
Drives a dual-sided pick-and-place head in electronics assembly, using the equal push and pull thrust to handle delicate components without asymmetric acceleration.
Twin-Guided Stripper Plate
Actuates a small stripping mechanism in a stamping die, relying on the twin rods to prevent torsion and maintain precise alignment without external guide pins.
Dual-Station Actuation
Powers a dual-station clamping fixture on a packaging machine, using the second rod end to mechanically trigger a limit flag while driving the primary workpiece.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50 the Right Cylinder?
For 50 mm of travel, this 16 mm bore provides 75.4 N of force at 0.5 MPa. If less thrust is needed, the 12 mm bore yields 42.4 N; if your mechanism requires more power, stepping up to the 20 mm bore provides 117.8 N. A single-rod ACQ is preferable if you only need unidirectional thrust and want to save space, while a guided TACQ fits heavier side-load demands. This variant uses a standard M5x0.8 port and a female M4x0.7 rod end thread.
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 ACQD16X50 FAQ
The equal push and pull force is 75.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 105.6 N at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum of 15 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Push and pull forces are identical because the twin rods create the same annular area in both chambers. The maximum standard stroke for a 16 mm bore is 60 mm.
No, a plain ACQD does not hold position on air loss; the rod drifts and the fixed TPU bumper only decelerates near the stroke end. For fail-safe holding, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required. The twin rods provide anti-rotation and guiding, not braking.
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