Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10
The AirTAC Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10 is a genuine single acting, push (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 10mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a hard-anodized aluminium body. Its short compact envelope saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper (both ends)
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10
This AirTAC ASE20X10 is a single acting push cylinder with spring return, so air extends the rod and the built-in spring pulls it back. It delivers 127.4 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, which is already net of the return spring, and needs a minimum of 0.2 MPa to overcome the spring and start moving.
The ISO 21287 compact body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, letting it fit into tight jigs and guards where a full-length cylinder would not. For a safe working load, plan for about 76 N (0.6 times the 0.5 MPa rating) of real work, which equals lifting roughly 7.8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke impact, and the hard-anodized aluminium body with a hard-chrome S45C rod resists wear in repetitive cycles.
Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10 |
|---|---|
| Series | ASE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push (spring return) |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M6×1.0 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed TPU bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 25 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACE-series (ISO 21287) datasheet. Body: hard-anodized aluminium alloy; piston rod: S45C carbon steel with hard-chrome plating. Rod type: female thread (blank) or male thread (B). Thread options: PT (blank) / G. A built-in magnet is OPTIONAL — add the -S code to fit CMSE / DMSE position sensors.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force (spring return) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 127.4 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 190.2 N |
Single-acting push: air extends the rod; the return spring retracts it. Forces already net the spring; minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa. Single-acting strokes are short (Ø12 to 10 mm, Ø16-100 to 25 mm).
Model Code: Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10
| ASE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (single-acting push, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSE / DMSE sensors (omit for no magnet). |
| B | Rod type: B = male thread; blank = female thread. |
ACE-family variants: ACE (double acting), ASE / ATE (single acting push / pull), ACED (double rod), ACEJ (adjustable stroke), TACE / TACED (non-rotating twin-guide yoke). Mounting accessories: FA / FB flange, LB foot, CA / CB clevis, CR, SDB pivot, FTC; plus I and Y knuckles. Thread PT (blank) / G.
Where the Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10 Is Used
Jig Clamping on CNC Fixtures
Use the ASE20X10 to clamp small parts in a CNC fixture where the compact body fits under the spindle guard. The 127.4 N force at 0.5 MPa holds lightweight aluminum blanks securely during drilling, and the spring retract clears the workspace when air is off.
Label Applicator Press
In a packaging line, this cylinder can push a label applicator head down onto cartons. The 10 mm stroke is enough for a quick press cycle, and the fixed TPU bumper prevents jarring at the end of stroke, keeping the applicator aligned at speeds up to 500 mm/s.
Small Parts Ejector
Mount the ASE20X10 on a bench press to eject stamped parts from a die. The spring return pulls the rod back after each cycle, and the short stroke fits into a compact tool frame. With 190.2 N at 0.7 MPa, it can push out parts that stick slightly, without over-travel.
Is the Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10 the Right Cylinder?
For a lighter duty, the ASE16X10 offers 78.4 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the ASE25X25 gives 210.1 N at 0.5 MPa if you need more force. Since this is single acting, the spring retracts the rod on air loss, but it does not hold a mid-stroke position, so use it for simple extend-and-return tasks. The M5x0.8 port suits small-bore air lines, and the female M6x1.0 rod thread accepts standard clevis or knuckle fittings. Mounting options include FA/FB flange, LB foot, CA/CB clevis, CR, SDB pivot, and FTC brackets, all matching the ISO 21287 face.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Short stroke fits the compact body
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Add -S if you need the magnet for sensors
- ✓ Rod type (female / male B) & mount (FA/LB/CA)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.2 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Compact body: keep the stroke short and avoid side load on the rod.
- check Do not dismantle the threaded front/back covers.
- check Single-acting: do not force the rod against the spring.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X10 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 127.4 N, and at 0.7 MPa it is 190.2 N, both net of the return spring. The minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa, and the maximum is 1.0 MPa (145 psi). The proof pressure is 1.5 MPa (215 psi).
The ASE20X10 has a short body that saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into tight jigs and guards. It uses a fixed TPU bumper at both ends to absorb impact, and the hard-anodized aluminium body resists wear. The optional -S magnet is not fitted here, so no CMSE or DMSE sensor can be used unless you order the -S version.
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