Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X200SB
The AirTAC Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X200SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø160mm bore and 200mm 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
- Stroke200 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 ACQD160X200SB
The ACQD160X200SB is a big-bore JIS compact pneumatic actuator featuring a twin-rod architecture where a 40mm piston rod protrudes from both ends. Because the annular area is identical on each side, push and pull forces are perfectly equal at 9424.8N (0.5MPa) and 13194.7N (0.7MPa). The dual rods inherently resist rotation and provide a long guide length, allowing you to mount a heavy tool platform without needing an external anti-rotation guide.
This 200mm stroke unit includes the -S magnet for tracking position with reed or solid-state switches, and the -B male M36x1.5 thread for direct load coupling. It uses PT3/8 ports and fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration. Note that a standard compact cylinder cannot hold a load if air pressure drops; achieving a fail-safe hold requires adding an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X200SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X200SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 200 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 ACQD160X200SB
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×200 | 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 ACQD160X200SB Is Used
Heavy Pressing Station
Applies 13194.7N of equal thrust for pressing bearings or pins in heavy machinery assembly, utilizing the twin rods to keep the tool platen perfectly parallel.
Symmetric Transfer Carriage
Drives a large packaging line shuttle where the second rod end mounts a sensor flag, ensuring precise bi-directional positioning without rotational drift.
Dual-Station Actuation
Powers two linked clamps simultaneously in an automotive welding fixture, using the protruding rods at both ends to actuate separate mechanisms in opposite directions.
Is the Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X200SB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 160mm bore actuator, the neighboring 140mm variant yields 7294.8N at 0.5MPa, while there is no larger standard bore in this compact series, making the 160 the maximum thrust choice at 9424.8N. If your application does not strictly require equal bidirectional force or a second rod end for a sensor flag, a single-rod ACQ cylinder might offer a shorter overall length. For applications needing precise linear guidance over a very long span, a dedicated guided slide like the AirTAC TACQ could provide superior torque resistance. Confirm your ordering configuration needs: this SB variant includes the magnet and male M36x1.5 rod end, with a maximum standard stroke limit of 300mm for this bore.
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 ACQD160X200SB FAQ
This cylinder generates 9424.8N at 0.5MPa and 13194.7N at 0.7MPa. Because the twin rods occupy both chambers, the annular area is identical on both sides, meaning push and pull forces are exactly equal. The maximum standard stroke available for the 160mm bore is 300mm, and this specific model has a 200mm stroke.
It uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends to decelerate the piston near stroke end; it does not have adjustable air cushions. For high-energy impacts, you should add an external shock absorber. Furthermore, it cannot hold a load if air pressure is lost—you must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for fail-safe holding.
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