Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5B
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø20mm 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.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke5 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 ACQD20X5B
The AirTAC ACQD20X5B is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring a 10mm piston rod extending from both ends. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical in both directions, generating equal push and pull forces of 117.8N at 0.5MPa and 164.9N at 0.7MPa. This symmetric thrust is ideal for balanced transfer cycles.
The twin-rod architecture resists rotation and provides extended guiding length without needing an external guide. This unit includes M8x1.25 male rod-end threads for direct mounting, M5x0.8 PT ports, and fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends. While the body retains magnetic-switch grooves, this specific SKU ships without a magnet.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 ACQD20X5B
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 20 | 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 ACQD20X5B Is Used
Symmetric Transfer
Drives a packaging pusher that advances and retracts loads with identical 164.9N force, ensuring consistent placement without drift.
Twin-Guided Ejector
Ejects small machined parts from a CNC fixture using both rod ends to maintain alignment and resist torsional stress.
Dual-Station Actuation
Uses the primary M8x1.25 male rod end to drive a clamp while the opposite end triggers a mechanical flag.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5B the Right Cylinder?
Select this 20mm bore when an application demands 117.8N of symmetric thrust across a 5mm stroke. If lower force is acceptable, the 16mm bore provides 75.4N; for heavier payloads, the 25mm bore yields 188.9N. A single-rod ACQ fits if equal pull force and anti-twist guidance are unnecessary. Note this -B variant has male threads; confirm if your load requires the female thread instead. The fixed bumpers absorb end-of-stroke impact, but external shock absorbers are recommended for high-speed approaches.
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 ACQD20X5B FAQ
It delivers an equal push and pull force of 117.8N at 0.5MPa and 164.9N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 24kgf at 1.0MPa. The equal force is due to the double-rod design creating the same annular area in both chambers. The standard stroke limit for this 20mm bore is 100mm.
This specific model ships without a magnet, though the body retains grooves for reed or solid-state switches. It uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends for deceleration, not adjustable air cushions. Note that a plain cylinder does not hold position on air loss; an external rod lock is required for fail-safe holding.
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