Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X60B
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X60B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø16mm bore and 60mm 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
- Stroke60 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 ACQD16X60B
The AirTAC ACQD16X60B is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin rods that exit both ends of its riveted C-clip body. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical in both directions, delivering an equal 75.4N of push and pull force at 0.5 MPa. This symmetrical thrust is ideal for balanced transfer cycles.
The dual rods inherently resist rotation and extend the guiding length, eliminating the need for an external anti-rotation guide for small platforms. This 16mm bore unit includes a male M6x1.0 rod-end thread for direct load coupling, fixed TPU bumpers at each end for end-of-stroke deceleration, and a 60mm stroke. The body features magnetic-switch grooves, though this specific configuration ships without a magnet.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X60B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X60B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 ACQD16X60B
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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 ACQD16X60B Is Used
Symmetric Parts Transfer
Drives a dual-sided pick-and-place head in electronics assembly, using the equal push and pull forces to maintain stable, balanced travel across a 60mm stroke.
Twin-Guided Pusher Station
Actuates a small tooling platform on a packaging conveyor where the twin rods prevent rotation without requiring a separate external guide rail.
Dual-Station Actuation
Powers a secondary clamp mechanism from the rear rod end on a small benchtop CNC fixture while the front rod drives the primary workholding tool.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD16X60B the Right Cylinder?
Providing 75.4N of equal bidirectional force at 0.5 MPa, this 16mm bore model steps up from the 42.4N capacity of the 12mm version. If your application requires less than 60mm of travel, the 16mm bore also supports shorter standard strokes. For applications needing the second rod end only for a sensor flag, a single-rod ACQ cylinder might suffice, but for twin-guided pushing or dual-station actuation, this double-rod design is optimal. Ensure your setup specifies the M5x0.8 port and the male M6x1.0 rod 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 ACQD16X60B 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 force of 15kgf 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 this 16mm bore is 60mm.
It uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable air cushions. A plain ACQD does not hold its load if air pressure is lost; for fail-safe holding, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required.
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