Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50SB
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50SB 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 ACQD16X50SB
The AirTAC ACQD16X50SB is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin rods exiting both ends. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the effective annular area is identical in both directions, yielding equal push and pull forces of 75.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 105.6 N at 0.7 MPa. This symmetric thrust ensures balanced cycling for light-duty mechanisms.
The dual shafts resist rotation and extend the guide length, allowing a small tool platform to be carried directly without needing an external anti-rotation guide. It includes a male M6x1.0 rod end (-B) for direct load coupling, an integrated piston magnet (-S) for electronic or reed switches, and fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at each end. Operating pressure spans 0.15-1.0 MPa with a speed range of 30-500 mm/s.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50SB |
|---|---|
| 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 ACQD16X50SB
| 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 ACQD16X50SB Is Used
Symmetric Transfer Pusher
Drives a dual-sided transfer arm on small packaging lines, using the equal push and pull thrust to move lightweight cartons consistently in both directions.
Twin-Guided Pick-and-Place
Carries a small end-effector on the second rod end for electronics assembly, preventing deflection without adding a separate external guide rail.
Dual-Station Actuation
Powers a dual-station clamping fixture on a desktop milling machine, using the male M6x1.0 thread to mount the tooling directly.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X50SB the Right Cylinder?
This 16mm bore generates 75.4 N of thrust both ways at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down to a 12mm bore drops the force to 42.4 N, while moving up to a 20mm bore raises it to 117.8 N. Choose this specific ACQD16X50SB when your application requires exact 50mm travel, male M6x1.0 rod threading, and symmetrical push/pull dynamics. If rotation resistance is unnecessary, a single-rod ACQ offers a lighter footprint, whereas a guided TACQ better serves heavy radial loads. Confirm the M5x0.8 port and PT thread form for your pneumatic fittings.
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 ACQD16X50SB FAQ
Push and pull forces are equal at 75.4 N @0.5 MPa and 105.6 N @0.7 MPa, with a maximum of 15 kgf @1.0 MPa. This equality exists because the twin rods create the same annular piston area in both chambers. The maximum standard stroke for a 16mm bore is 60 mm.
It does not hold position on air loss and will drift without an external rod lock or pilot check valve. The -S magnet works with reed or solid-state switches in the body grooves. Deceleration is handled by fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at stroke ends, not adjustable air cushions.
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