Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X15S
The AirTAC Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X15S is a genuine single acting, pull (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 15mm 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
- Stroke15 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 ATE16X15S
This is a single acting pull cylinder from AirTAC, built to the ISO 21287 compact standard. The spring extends the rod and air retracts it, giving a net pull of 53.3 N at 0.5 MPa and 83.5 N at 0.7 MPa, with a minimum working pressure of 0.2 MPa. The short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits tight machine guards and gantries where a full-length unit will not.
With the optional -S magnet fitted, this model works with CMSE or DMSE reed and solid-state switches for position sensing. The hard-anodized aluminium body and S45C hard-chrome plated rod resist wear in continuous cycling. For a real application, plan to use about 32 N of that 53.3 N pull as a safe working load, which equals lifting roughly 3.3 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X15S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X15S |
|---|---|
| Series | ATE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 ATE16X15S
| ATE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (single-acting pull, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 ATE16X15S Is Used
Light Clamp in Assembly Jig
Use the ATE16X15S to pull a small clamp closed on a PCB assembly fixture. Its 53.3 N pull at 0.5 MPa holds light components firmly, and the compact body fits under a workbench guard.
Sorting Gate on Conveyor
Mount this cylinder on a small conveyor to pull a diverting gate. The 15 mm stroke is enough to redirect lightweight parts, and the optional -S magnet lets a DMSE switch confirm the gate position.
Retract Pin in Test Stand
In a vibration test stand, the ATE16X15S pulls a locating pin out of a fixture. The spring extends the pin when air is off, keeping the part secure, and the TPU bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact.
Is the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE16X15S the Right Cylinder?
For a smaller option, the ATE12X10S delivers 25.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa with a 10 mm stroke, while a larger ATE20X25S provides 88.1 N at 0.5 MPa with a 25 mm stroke. This 16 mm bore with 15 mm stroke sits between them, suited for light clamping or indexing tasks. Remember, the spring returns the rod to its extended home position 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, 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 ATE16X15S FAQ
The ATE16X15S provides a net pull 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 to 1.0 MPa (28-145 psi), with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi). The port is M5x0.8, and the rod is 8 mm with a female M4x0.7 thread.
The ATE16X15S has a short body that saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. The fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs energy, and the optional -S magnet enables CMSE or DMSE sensors. Mounting brackets like FA, LB, CA, and SDB bolt directly to the ISO 21287 face, so it drops into standard fixtures.
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