Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S
The AirTAC Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø160mm bore and 100mm 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.
- BoreØ160 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizePT3/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM24×3.0 (F) / M36×1.5 (B)
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S
The AirTAC ACQD160X100S is a formidable double-acting JIS compact cylinder featuring a 160mm bore and 100mm stroke. A robust 40mm piston rod extends from both ends, creating identical annular areas. This architecture yields perfectly balanced thrust, generating 9424.8N at 0.5MPa and 13194.7N at 0.7MPa in either direction without any push-pull disparity. It incorporates fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at the extremes to manage end-of-stroke impact.
Designed for heavy-duty machinery, the dual-rod layout drastically increases guiding length and prevents platform rotation without needing external guides. The secondary rod end can drive a sensor flag or power a second station. Equipped with the -S magnet, the internal grooves accept both reed and solid-state electronic switches. Standard PT3/8 ports supply air, while the default female M24x3.0 rod thread handles massive loads up to 1922kgf.
Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| Rod end thread | M24×3.0 female / M36×1.5 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 300 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 (Ø160mm — equal both ways)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 9425 N | 9425 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 13195 N | 13195 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 1922 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 ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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 ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S Is Used
Heavy Press Ejection
Ejects large formed metal panels from stamping presses symmetrically, using the twin rods to prevent binding under heavy ejection loads.
Dual-Station Transfer
Drives two parallel workpiece pallets simultaneously in automotive assembly lines, utilizing both rod ends for synchronized actuation.
Anti-Rotation Lifting
Hoists and lowers bulky automotive subframes in a welding cell, relying on the extended guide length to stop the fixture from twisting.
Is the Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S the Right Cylinder?
Select this 160mm bore for massive bidirectional loads up to 1922kgf. If 9424.8N at 0.5MPa is excessive, step down to the 140mm bore yielding 7294.8N; if more stroke is required, this big-bore frame extends to 300mm. A single-rod ACQ is preferable when asymmetric push-pull force is acceptable, or a guided TACQ when external linear bearings are necessary. Confirm the 100mm stroke, PT3/8 port, and female M24x3.0 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 ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100S FAQ
It delivers equal push and pull forces of 9424.8N at 0.5MPa and 13194.7N at 0.7MPa, with a maximum capacity of 1922kgf at 1.0MPa. Push equals pull because the twin rods occupy both chambers, creating matching annular areas. The maximum standard stroke for this 160mm bore is 300mm.
No, a plain ACQD does not hold position on air loss; the rod drifts and requires an external rod lock or pilot check valve for fail-safe holding. It uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at each end for deceleration, not adjustable air cushions, so external shock absorbers are recommended for high-energy loads.
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