Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5S
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5S 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 ACQD16X5S
The AirTAC ACQD16X5S is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder where an Ø8 mm piston rod protrudes from both ends. Because a rod occupies both internal chambers, the effective annular area is identical in each direction, 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 is ideal for balanced cycling.
Twin rods resist torsion and extend the guide length, allowing the unit to carry a small tool platform without needing an external anti-rotation guide. The second rod end can drive a sensor flag or a secondary load. It features a fixed TPU elastomer bumper at each end for end-of-stroke deceleration, and the built-in magnet (-S) works with reed or solid-state switches.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5S |
|---|---|
| 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 ACQD16X5S
| 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 ACQD16X5S Is Used
Symmetric Transfer
Drives a dual-sided pick-and-place head in electronics assembly, using equal push and pull thrust to maintain balanced positioning during component placement.
Twin-Guided Pusher
Indexes small parts on a packaging conveyor without twisting, relying on the twin rods to resist rotational torque during the ejection stroke.
Dual-Station Actuation
Operates two synchronized clamps simultaneously from one body on a small CNC fixture, using the second protruding rod end to drive the secondary mechanism.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X5S the Right Cylinder?
For this 16 mm bore, output is 75.4 N both ways at 0.5 MPa; stepping down to a 12 mm bore drops the force to 42.4 N, while moving up to a 20 mm bore raises it to 117.8 N. If your layout only requires thrust in one direction, a single-rod ACQ provides a more compact footprint, and a guided TACQ fits heavier lateral loads. Specify the 5 mm stroke, female M4x0.7 rod end, and M5x0.8 PT port 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 ACQD16X5S FAQ
It delivers an equal push and pull force of 75.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 105.6 N at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum holding capability of 15 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Forces are identical both ways because the twin rods create the same annular area in each chamber. The maximum standard stroke for this 16 mm bore is 60 mm.
The dual-rod design inherently resists rotation and extends guide length. It uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends for deceleration, not adjustable air cushions. The built-in magnet (-S) supports reed or electronic switches. It does not hold its load on air loss; for fail-safe holding, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
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