Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5S
The AirTAC ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5S 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 ACQD20X5S
The AirTAC ACQD20X5S is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring a 20mm bore and 5mm stroke. A piston rod protrudes from both ends, creating identical annular areas. This design yields equal push and pull forces of 117.8N at 0.5MPa, ensuring symmetric performance in both directions.
Twin rods prevent rotation and extend guide length, eliminating the need for an external anti-rotation guide. The body includes integrated magnetic-switch grooves compatible with reed or solid-state sensors. Fixed TPU bumpers at each end absorb impact, and the second rod end can drive a sensor flag or secondary load.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5S |
|---|---|
| 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 ACQD20X5S
| 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 ACQD20X5S Is Used
Twin-Guided Pusher
Drives a small stamping pin in an electronics line, using the dual rods to maintain perpendicularity without rotational drift.
Symmetric Transfer
Picks and places delicate wafers with equal 117.8N force in both directions, ensuring gentle, balanced handling.
Dual-Station Actuation
Operates a secondary latch mechanism on a packaging machine via the second rod end while the primary rod cycles the main clamp.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD20X5S the Right Cylinder?
Providing 117.8N at 0.5MPa, this 20mm bore suits light-duty tasks. For lower force, the 16mm bore yields 75.4N; for higher force, the 25mm bore provides 188.9N. Choose a single-rod ACQ if rotation is acceptable or a guided TACQ for heavy lateral loads. Confirm the 5mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, and female M5x0.8 rod thread 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 ACQD20X5S FAQ
It delivers an equal push and pull force of 117.8N at 0.5MPa and 164.9N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum of 24kgf at 1.0MPa. Push and pull are equal because the rod occupies both chambers. The maximum standard stroke for this 20mm bore is 100mm.
The twin-rod construction resists rotation and provides a longer guide length. It uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends for impact absorption rather than adjustable air cushions. The -S magnet works with reed or solid-state switches.
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