Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X5
The AirTAC Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X5 is a genuine single acting, push (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 5mm 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
- Stroke5 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 ASE20X5
This AirTAC ASE20X5 is a single acting push cylinder with spring return, delivering a net push force of 127.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 190.2 N at 0.7 MPa. Its 5 mm stroke suits short-travel clamping or indexing tasks, and the minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa.
The ISO 21287 compact body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, fitting into tight machine guards or fixtures. The fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke energy, and the hard-anodized aluminium body with S45C hard-chrome rod resists wear. For a safe working load, plan for about 76 N (0.6 x 127.4 N) of real work at 0.5 MPa, or about 7.8 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin.
Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X5 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X5 |
|---|---|
| Series | ASE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 ASE20X5
| ASE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (single-acting push, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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 ASE20X5 Is Used
Jig Clamping
Use the ASE20X5 to clamp small parts in a CNC fixture, where its 5 mm stroke and 127.4 N force hold components securely during drilling or milling.
Label Applicator
In a packaging line, this cylinder extends to press a label onto a product, then springs back quickly, handling up to 190.2 N at 0.7 MPa for consistent application.
Light Guard Interlock
Mount the ASE20X5 to push a safety pin or latch in a machine guard, using its compact body to fit within a slim profile and retract automatically when air is removed.
Is the Airtac ASE Single Acting Plunger Type Compact Air Cylinder ASE20X5 the Right Cylinder?
Choose the ASE20X5 for very short strokes up to 5 mm where space is limited; its 127.4 N push at 0.5 MPa suits light clamping or part ejection. For a smaller option, the ASE16 offers 78.4 N at 0.5 MPa, while the ASE25 provides 210.1 N for heavier loads. Since it is single acting, the spring retracts the rod on air loss, so it does not hold a mid-stroke position. Mounting options include FA/FB flange, LB foot, CA/CB clevis, CR, SDB pivot, and FTC brackets, with an optional -S magnet for CMSE or DMSE sensors if ordered.
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 ASE20X5 FAQ
The ASE20X5 provides a net push force of 127.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 190.2 N at 0.7 MPa, already accounting for the return spring. The minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa, and the proof pressure is 1.5 MPa (215 psi).
The ISO 21287 compact body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into tight spaces like machine guards or small fixtures. The fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke impact, and the optional -S magnet allows CMSE or DMSE sensors to detect rod position.
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