Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15B
The AirTAC Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15B is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø63mm bore and 15mm 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.
- BoreØ63 mm
- Stroke15 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 ACQD63X15B
The AirTAC ACQD63X15B is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder where a piston rod protrudes from both ends. Because a rod occupies both chambers, the annular area is identical in each direction, yielding perfectly equal push and pull forces of 1401.5N at 0.5MPa and 1962.2N at 0.7MPa. The twin rods inherently resist rotation and provide a longer guide length, allowing you to carry a small tool platform without needing a separate external anti-rotation guide.
This 63mm bore unit features a 20mm rod diameter, PT1/4 ports, and a male M18x1.5 rod-end thread (-B option) that couples directly to your load. It uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable air cushions. The body retains magnetic-switch grooves, though this specific configuration ships without the internal magnet.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15B Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15B |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 (Ø63mm — equal both ways)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 1402 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1962 N | 1962 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 286 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 ACQD63X15B
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 63 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 ACQD63X15B Is Used
Symmetric Transfer Unit
Drives a dual-sided pick-and-place arm in packaging machinery, utilizing the equal bidirectional force to maintain consistent cycle timing during product transfers.
Twin-Guided Pusher
Deploys as a part ejector on an injection molding line, where the dual rods prevent jaw rotation and ensure precise straight-line ejection of molded components.
Dual-Station Actuation
Powers a secondary mechanism on an automated assembly station, using the opposite rod end to simultaneously trigger a mechanical valve or sensor flag.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15B the Right Cylinder?
For sizing both ways, the 50mm bore yields 824.6N and the 80mm bore yields 2267.8N at 0.5MPa. The 63mm bore provides 1401.5N, making it ideal when you need substantial symmetric force in a short 15mm stroke. If your application only requires one-directional pushing and pull force can be lower, a single-rod ACQ cylinder saves space. If heavy lateral loads exist beyond what the twin rods can support, a guided TACQ model fits better. Confirm the male M18x1.5 thread and PT1/4 porting match your setup 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 ACQD63X15B FAQ
The push and pull forces are equal at 1401.5N @0.5MPa and 1962.2N @0.7MPa, with a maximum holding capacity of 286kgf @1.0MPa. The maximum standard stroke for this 63mm bore is 100mm. It features a 20mm rod with a male M18x1.5 thread and PT1/4 ports.
No, a plain ACQD does not hold its load on air loss; you need an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe holding. End-of-stroke impacts are managed by fixed NBR elastomer bumpers, not adjustable air cushions, so add external shock absorbers for high-energy loads.
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