Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100SB
The AirTAC Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100SB 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 ACQD160X100SB
The AirTAC ACQD160X100SB is a big-bore JIS compact actuator featuring twin rods exiting both ends. Because a piston rod occupies each chamber, the effective annular area is identical in both directions, yielding equal push and pull forces of 9424.8N at 0.5MPa and 13194.7N at 0.7MPa. This symmetric thrust is ideal for heavy-duty cycles requiring consistent motion in both travel directions.
The dual-rod architecture inherently resists rotation and provides an extended guide length, allowing you to mount a heavy tool platform directly without needing an external anti-rotation guide. This SB configuration includes a male M36x1.5 piston rod end for direct load coupling, a built-in magnet for solid-state or reed sensing, and fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends. Note that a standard ACQD does not hold position upon air loss; use an external rod lock for fail-safe holding.
Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100SB |
|---|---|
| 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 ACQD160X100SB
| 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 ACQD160X100SB Is Used
Heavy-Duty Stamping Press
Drives a large stamping die in an automotive plant. The twin rods prevent deflection under high side loads, while the equal push/pull thrust of 9424.8N ensures consistent forming and retraction.
Symmetric Lifting Station
Actuates a heavy lifting platform in a materials handling system. The second protruding rod end simultaneously drives a mechanical flag to trigger an external solid-state sensor.
Dual-Station Transfer
Powers a pusher bar on a packaging line that moves parts in both directions. The fixed NBR bumpers absorb impact at stroke ends without needing external adjustable cushions.
Is the Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X100SB the Right Cylinder?
Select this 160mm bore if your application demands massive symmetric thrust (up to 1922kgf at 1.0MPa) within a compact riveted body footprint. If you need slightly less force, the 140mm bore provides 7294.8N at 0.5MPa, while this 160mm variant is the largest in the series with a 300mm maximum standard stroke. Choose a single-rod ACQ if you only need unidirectional push force, or a guided TACQ profile if your load requires substantial external lateral support beyond the twin rods. Confirm your order specifies the 100mm stroke, PT3/8 port, and the SB options for male M36x1.5 threads with a magnet.
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 ACQD160X100SB 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 and pull are equal because the twin rods create identical annular areas in both chambers. The maximum standard stroke available for this 160mm bore is 300mm.
The SB option indicates a male M36x1.5 piston rod end that couples directly to your tooling. Instead of adjustable air cushions, it uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends to decelerate the load near stroke end. For high-energy cycles, you should slow the approach speed or add an external shock absorber.
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