Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X100
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X100 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø20mm bore and 100mm 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.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM5×0.8 (F) / M8×1.25 (B)
- CushionBumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X100
The AirTAC ACQD20X100 is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin Ø10mm rods exiting both ends. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical in both directions, yielding perfectly equal push and pull forces of 117.8N at 0.5MPa and 164.9N at 0.7MPa. This symmetry is ideal for applications requiring consistent dynamics in both travel directions.
The dual-rod design inherently resists rotation and provides an extended guide length, allowing you to mount a small tool platform directly without needing an external anti-rotation guide. This 100mm stroke unit uses M5x0.8 ports and includes fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration. Note that this specific configuration ships without a piston magnet; while the body retains sensor grooves, detecting position requires adding a magnet or external sensors.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X100 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X100 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M5×0.8 female / M8×1.25 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 100 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 (Ø20mm — equal both ways)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 118 N | 118 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 165 N | 165 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 24 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 ACQD20X100
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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 ACQD20X100 Is Used
Symmetric Transfer Unit
Drives a dual-sided pick-and-place head where equal 117.8N force in both directions ensures stable, jerk-free component shuttling across a 100mm span.
Twin-Guided Pusher
Pushes workpieces on a conveyor without twisting, using the inherent anti-rotation properties of the dual rods to eliminate the need for a separate guide rail.
Dual-Station Actuation
Simultaneously operates two adjacent clamping stations from a single actuator, using the second protruding rod end to drive a secondary mechanism.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X100 the Right Cylinder?
At 0.5MPa, this 20mm bore generates 117.8N of force both ways. If your load is lighter, stepping down to the 16mm bore yields 75.4N, while upgrading to the 25mm bore provides 188.9N for heavier demands. Choose this twin-rod ACQD model when symmetric thrust and rotational stability are priorities; if you only need unidirectional push and can tolerate unequal return force, a single-rod ACQ may offer a simpler setup. This version features a female M5x0.8 rod-end thread and PT port threads. Remember that a standard cylinder drifts when air is lost; utilize an external rod lock or pilot check valve if fail-safe load holding is required.
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 ACQD20X100 FAQ
The ACQD20X100 provides equal push and pull forces of 117.8N at 0.5MPa and 164.9N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 24kgf at 1.0MPa. Push and pull forces are identical because the double-rod design creates the same annular area in both chambers. The maximum standard stroke for this 20mm bore is 100mm. It features M5x0.8 ports and a female M5x0.8 rod-end thread.
The twin rods exiting both ends resist rotation and provide a longer guide length, supporting direct tool mounting without an external guide. Deceleration is handled by fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at each end, not adjustable air cushions. This specific model ships without a piston magnet, so while the body has sensor grooves, it cannot trigger reed or solid-state switches without modification.
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