Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X30S
The AirTAC Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X30S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder with a piston rod out BOTH ends — a Ø160mm bore and 30mm 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
- Stroke30 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 ACQD160X30S
The AirTAC ACQD160X30S is a big-bore JIS compact cylinder featuring a twin-rod design where a shaft protrudes from both ends. Because a rod occupies both internal chambers, the effective annular area remains identical in each direction, yielding perfectly equal push and pull forces of 9424.8N at 0.5MPa and 13194.7N at 0.7MPa. The dual 40mm rods resist torsion and provide an extended guide length, capable of supporting a tool platform directly without requiring an external anti-rotation guide.
This 160mm bore variant handles up to 1922kgf at 1.0MPa while keeping a compact C-clip and riveted body profile. It integrates fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable air cushions. Equipped with the -S magnet, the piston works seamlessly with reed or electronic solid-state switches via the built-in grooves, while the PT3/8 ports and M24x3.0 female rod threads handle heavy pneumatic demands.
Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X30S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X30S |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQD JIS compact double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø160 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 ACQD160X30S
| ACQD | JIS compact double-acting DOUBLE-ROD cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 160 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 ACQD160X30S Is Used
Heavy-Duty Stamping Press
Provides perfectly balanced 13194.7N push and pull forces for metalforming dies, ensuring flat stamping without rotational deflection.
Twin-Guided Assembly Platform
Carries a multi-tool machining head directly on the protruding rods, eliminating the need for a separate external guide carriage in automotive lines.
Symmetric Vertical Lift
Raises and lowers heavy palletizing loads with equal force both ways, using the second rod end to mount a position sensor flag.
Is the Airtac ACQD160 Double Acting Slim Cylinder ACQD160X30S the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 160mm bore with a 30mm stroke provides massive equal-force clamping within a short footprint. If you need slightly less energy, the 140mm bore variant offers 7294.8N at 0.5MPa; stepping up is not required as this is the largest standard diameter. If your application only requires unidirectional thrust and space is not constrained, a single-rod ACQ cylinder might suffice, but the ACQD is necessary when symmetric force and torsional rigidity are critical. Confirm your ordering code specifies the -S magnet for sensing, the default female M24x3.0 rod thread, and PT3/8 port connections.
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 ACQD160X30S FAQ
This double-acting cylinder generates 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. The standard stroke limit for this 160mm bore is 300mm, operating between 0.15-1.0MPa. Push and pull forces are identical because the twin-rod design creates the same annular piston area in both directions.
A plain ACQD does not hold position upon air loss; you must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe load holding. For motion control, it uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends to decelerate the piston near stroke end. It does not feature adjustable air cushions, so external shock absorbers are recommended for high-energy impacts.
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