Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB
The AirTAC Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB is a genuine single acting, pull (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø12mm 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.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke5 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring return)
- Rod threadM3×0.5
- CushionFixed TPU bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB
This AirTAC ATE12X5SB is a single acting pull cylinder with a spring that extends the rod and air that retracts it. With a 12 mm bore and 5 mm stroke, it delivers a net pull of 25.9 N at 0.5 MPa, which is enough for light clamping or positioning tasks in tight spaces.
The ISO 21287 compact body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, making it ideal for cramped jigs and guards. The male rod thread (B code) simplifies mounting, and the optional -S magnet is fitted here, so you can add CMSE or DMSE switches for position sensing. For a safe working load, plan for about 16 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting roughly 1.6 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin.
Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ATE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 5 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull (spring return) |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M3×0.5 |
| 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 10 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 (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Pull force (spring return) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 25.9 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 42.9 N |
Single-acting pull: the spring extends the rod; air 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 ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB
| ATE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (single-acting pull, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 12 | 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 ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB Is Used
Light Clamping in Assembly Jigs
Use the 25.9 N pull to retract a small clamp arm in a benchtop assembly fixture, where the spring extends the arm to release parts and air pulls it to secure them.
Tight-Space Gate Actuator
Mount this compact cylinder in a machine guard or safety gate where the short ISO 21287 body saves space, using the pull action to retract a latch or pin.
Lab Sample Positioning
In a small laboratory setup, the 5 mm stroke and 25.9 N pull can move a lightweight probe or tray, with the spring ensuring a safe extended home position.
Is the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB the Right Cylinder?
For a smaller force, consider the ATE12X5 without the magnet, but this model already includes the -S option for sensor feedback. If you need more pulling strength, step up to the ATE16X25, which offers 53.3 N at 0.5 MPa. The spring returns the rod to its extended position on air loss, but it does not hold a mid-stroke load. Mounting options include FA/FB flange, LB foot, CA/CB clevis, CR, SDB pivot, and FTC brackets, all compatible with 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 ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE12X5SB FAQ
The ATE12X5SB provides a net pull of 25.9 N at 0.5 MPa and 42.9 N at 0.7 MPa, with these forces 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 body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into confined areas like machine guards or small jigs. It uses a fixed TPU bumper at both ends to absorb energy, and the optional -S magnet allows CMSE or DMSE switches for position sensing.
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