Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10
The AirTAC Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10 is a genuine single-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder (single acting, push type) with a Ø50mm bore and 10mm stroke. Air pushes the rod and an internal spring performs the opposite stroke, so one solenoid line drives the motion — ideal for short-stroke clamping and ejection in tight spaces.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizePT1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, push type
- Rod threadM10×1.5 (F) / M18×1.5 (B)
- CushionBumper
About the Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10
The AirTAC ASQ50X10 is a JIS compact single-acting push cylinder that extends its Ø20 mm rod using one air line, while an internal spring handles retraction. At 0.5 MPa it generates 981.8 N of theoretical push force, climbing to 1374.4 N at 0.7 MPa. Remember that the internal spring consumes some of this energy, so verify the exact net output from the official datasheet for your specific load.
Plumbed via a PT1/4 port, this 50 mm bore unit requires a minimum 0.2 MPa operating pressure to overcome the return spring. It features a fixed NBR elastomer bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts rather than an adjustable air cushion. The body includes magnetic-switch grooves for position sensing, though this specific configuration ships without the internal magnet.
Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10 |
|---|---|
| Series | ASQ JIS compact single-acting cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push type |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod end thread | M10×1.5 female / M18×1.5 male (B) |
| 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 | Bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 30 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACQ-family datasheet. Single-acting types start at 0.2 MPa (the spring must be overcome). Confirm against the product label before installation.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø50mm, Push)
| Pressure | Push force (before spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N |
These are theoretical air-side forces; the return-spring force reduces the NET usable output. Single-acting push only — the spring performs the opposite stroke. Confirm the net figure from the datasheet and size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10
| ASQ | JIS compact single acting, push type cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm (single-acting max 30 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). ASQ pushes out / spring returns; ATQ pulls in / spring extends. Related: ACQ (double acting), ACQD (double rod), ACQJ (adjustable stroke).
Where the Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10 Is Used
Stamping Pin Ejection
Ejects small stamped metal parts from a press die using a short 10 mm push, relying on the spring to safely retract the rod during idle cycles.
Package Flap Hold-Down
Temporarily secures cardboard carton flaps on a packaging line, applying firm clamping pressure before retracting to let the box pass.
Bearing Seating Fixture
Pushes a bearing into a housing on an assembly machine, utilizing the fixed NBR bumper to absorb the sudden impact at the end of the 10 mm travel.
Is the Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10 the Right Cylinder?
Choosing this 50 mm bore provides substantial push capability within a compact footprint. If your application requires less force, the neighboring Ø40 bore offers 628.3 N theoretical push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up is not possible as Ø50 is the second largest available. This 10 mm stroke fits well within the 30 mm maximum travel limit for this bore size. If your design needs longer extension, you must switch to the double-acting ACQ series. When ordering, confirm the 50 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, female M10x1.5 rod thread, and note that a -S suffix is required if you need a sensor magnet.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Net push force (after spring) at your pressure
- ✓ Stroke ≤ 30 mm (single-acting limit)
- ✓ Single air line saves a valve/port
- ✓ 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 0.2 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Remember the spring performs the return stroke.
- check Avoid side load on the short piston rod.
- check Handle the C-clip carefully; seat it fully in its groove.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac ASQ Series Single Acting Slim Cylinder ASQ50X10 FAQ
The theoretical push force is 981.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 1374.4 N at 0.7 MPa. Because it is single-acting, the return spring lowers the net output, which must be confirmed from the datasheet. It requires a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa to overcome the spring, and the maximum standard stroke for this bore is 30 mm.
It is a push-type cylinder, so exhausting the air allows the internal spring to fail-safe retract the rod back to its rest position. End-of-stroke impacts are managed by a fixed NBR elastomer bumper, not an adjustable air cushion. Although the body has sensor grooves, this unit lacks the internal magnet needed for switch detection.
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