Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X10B
The AirTAC Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X10B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø50mm bore and 10mm 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.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizePT1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.5 (F) / M18×1.5 (B)
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X10B
The AirTAC ACQD50X10B is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring twin rods that exit from both ends of its riveted C-clip body. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the effective annular area is identical in both directions, yielding equal push and pull force of 824.6N at 0.5MPa. This eliminates the force imbalance found in single-rod units.
The dual-rod architecture inherently resists rotation and extends guide length, allowing a tooling platform to be carried directly without needing an external anti-rotation guide. This specific variant includes male M18x1.5 rod-end threads for direct load coupling, uses a PT1/4 port, and relies on fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration instead of adjustable air cushions.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X10B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X10B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod end thread | M10×1.5 female / M18×1.5 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 (Ø50mm — equal both ways)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 825 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1155 N | 1155 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 168 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 ACQD50X10B
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 ACQD50X10B Is Used
Symmetric Transfer Unit
Drives a shuttle platform back and forth across a conveyor, utilizing the identical push and pull force to maintain consistent cycle times in both directions.
Twin-Guided Pick & Place
Carries a small end-effector bracket directly on the dual rods for a packaging machine, saving space by avoiding a separate external guide rail.
Dual-Station Actuation
Indexes a testing fixture between two stations on an assembly line, using the second rod end to mount a sensor flag for position confirmation.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X10B the Right Cylinder?
For a 50mm bore delivering 824.6N both ways at 0.5MPa, stepping down to a 40mm bore yields 527.8N, while a 63mm bore provides 1401.5N. Choose this 10mm stroke twin-rod model when symmetric push/pull cycles and non-rotating guidance are mandatory. If your application only requires force in one direction, a single-rod ACQ cylinder is simpler. If heavy lateral loads are present, a guided TACQ cylinder offers more bearing support. Confirm the male M18x1.5 rod thread and PT1/4 port suit your manifold before 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 ACQD50X10B FAQ
The push and pull forces are equal at 824.6N at 0.5MPa and 1154.5N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 168kgf at 1.0MPa. The maximum standard stroke available for this 50mm bore is 100mm. The equal force occurs because the twin rods create the same effective annular area in both chambers.
No, it uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends for deceleration, not adjustable air cushions. Additionally, a plain ACQD does not hold its load if air pressure is lost or valves are centered; for fail-safe holding, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required.
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