Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15S
The AirTAC Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15S 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 ACQD63X15S
The ACQD63X15S is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring a piston rod extending from both ends. Because a rod occupies each chamber, the annular area is identical in both directions, giving equal push and pull forces of 1401.5N at 0.5MPa and 1962.2N at 0.7MPa. This symmetry is ideal for applications requiring consistent bi-directional thrust.
Twin rods provide a longer guide length and high torsional resistance, allowing you to mount a tooling platform directly without needing a separate external anti-rotation guide. The second rod end can drive a sensor flag or a secondary load. This 63mm bore model includes a built-in magnet for electronic or reed switches, uses a PT1/4 port, and relies on fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration.
Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15S |
|---|---|
| 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 ACQD63X15S
| 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 ACQD63X15S Is Used
Twin-Guided Pusher
Drives a wide workpiece pusher on an automated assembly line, using the dual rods to prevent yawing without needing a separate guide rail.
Symmetric Transfer
Powers a pick-and-place transfer arm in packaging machinery where identical push and pull forces ensure stable part handling in both directions.
Dual-Station Actuation
Actuates a dual-station clamping fixture on a machining center, using the second rod end to trigger a mechanical flag or secondary mechanism.
Is the Airtac ACQD Double Acting Compact Cylinder ACQD63X15S the Right Cylinder?
This 63mm bore provides 1962.2N of thrust at 0.7MPa. If your application requires less force, the 50mm bore delivers 1154.5N at the same pressure; stepping up to the 80mm bore yields 3175.0N. With a short 15mm stroke, this model is optimized for compact, high-force clamping or lifting. If your mechanism only needs force in one direction, a single-rod ACQ cylinder saves space, while a guided TACQ unit is preferable for absorbing heavy lateral loads. When ordering, confirm the female M10x1.5 rod-end thread, PT1/4 port, and the -S magnet option for switch sensing.
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 ACQD63X15S FAQ
The push and pull forces are equal at 1401.5N at 0.5MPa and 1962.2N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum force of 286kgf at 1.0MPa. Forces match because the rod occupies both chambers, making the annular area identical both ways. The maximum standard stroke for this 63mm bore is 100mm, and operating pressure ranges from 0.15-1.0MPa.
A plain ACQD does not hold position upon air loss; the rod will drift and the fixed NBR elastomer bumper only decelerates the piston near the stroke ends. For fail-safe load holding, you must install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. For high-velocity impacts, add external shock absorbers to protect the fixed bumpers.
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