Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X60B
The AirTAC Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X60B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø50mm 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.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke60 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 ACQD50X60B
The AirTAC ACQD50X60B is a JIS compact, double-acting cylinder where a rod exits both ends. Because a piston rod occupies each chamber, the effective annular area is identical on extension and retraction. This yields equal push and pull forces of 824.6N at 0.5MPa and 1154.5N at 0.7MPa, enabling symmetric cycle movements without force mismatch.
The twin rods resist rotation and provide a longer guide length, allowing you to carry a tool platform without an external guide. This unit includes a male M18x1.5 rod-end thread for direct load coupling and a PT1/4 port. It relies on fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable air cushions. The body lacks a magnet, though standard switch grooves remain available.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X60B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X60B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 ACQD50X60B
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 50 | 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 ACQD50X60B Is Used
Twin-Guided Pusher
Pushes heavy cartons on a packaging line using both rods to prevent platform twist during extension.
Symmetric Transfer
Picks and places metal parts between stations with identical 824.6N force in both directions for balanced cycles.
Dual-Station Actuation
Drives two separate machine slides simultaneously from the two protruding rod ends on an assembly machine.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD50X60B the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 50mm bore provides 824.6N of equal bidirectional force at 0.5MPa. If your application requires less push, the 40mm bore yields 527.8N, whereas the 63mm bore provides 1401.5N for heavier demands. Choose a single-rod ACQ if you only need standard extension strokes and want higher forward thrust. A guided TACQ might fit better if your load demands high lateral resistance. This specific ACQD50X60B configuration ships with a male M18x1.5 rod thread and no magnet; confirm these options 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 ACQD50X60B FAQ
It generates 824.6N at 0.5MPa and 1154.5N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 168kgf at 1.0MPa. Push and pull forces are equal because the rod occupies both chambers, creating identical annular areas. The maximum standard stroke for a 50mm bore is 100mm.
No, a plain ACQD does not hold its load on air loss or when a valve is centered. The rod drifts and the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates near the stroke end. For fail-safe holding, you must install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
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