Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X10
The AirTAC Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X10 is a genuine single acting, pull (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring return)
- Rod threadM4×0.7
- CushionFixed TPU bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X10
This is a single acting pull cylinder from AirTAC, meaning its spring extends the rod and air retracts it, with forces net of the spring. At 0.5 MPa it delivers 53.3 N of pull, enough to handle light clamping or positioning tasks in compact machinery.
The ISO 21287 short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, fitting into tight jigs and guards. The optional -S magnet enables CMSE or DMSE sensors for position feedback, while the fixed TPU bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impacts. For a safe working load, plan for about 32 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting roughly 3.3 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin.
Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X10 |
|---|---|
| Series | ATE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull (spring return) |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M4×0.7 |
| 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Pull force (spring return) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 53.3 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 83.5 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 ATE16X10
| ATE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (single-acting pull, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X10 Is Used
Jig Positioning
Use in a fixture that pulls a locating pin out of a bore for part release on a small assembly station, where the spring return resets the pin when air is removed.
Light Gate
Mount on a packaging line to retract a small stop or diverter for 10 mm, letting lightweight cartons pass before the spring pushes the stop back into place.
Guard Latch
In a benchtop press, pull a safety latch clear of the tooling area for loading, with the spring automatically re-engaging the latch when air pressure is released.
Is the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X10 the Right Cylinder?
Choose this ATE16X10 when you need a compact, spring-return pull action for short 10 mm strokes. If you require more force, consider the ATE20X25 with 88.1 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or step down to the ATE12X10 for lighter duty at 25.9 N. The spring returns the rod to its extended home 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, with I/Y rod knuckles available. Order the -S code to add a magnet for CMSE or DMSE sensors.
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 ATE16X10 FAQ
The ATE16X10 delivers a net pull force of 53.3 N at 0.5 MPa and 83.5 N at 0.7 MPa, with the spring force already subtracted. It operates from 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi) and has a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi). The port is M5x0.8 and the rod is 8 mm with an M4x0.7 female thread.
The ATE16X10's short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, making it ideal for compact jigs and guards. It features a fixed TPU bumper at both ends to absorb impact. The optional -S magnet is not fitted here, so CMSE or DMSE sensors cannot be used without ordering that code.
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