Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X20S
The AirTAC Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X20S is a genuine single acting, pull (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 20mm stroke, 1/8" 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.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring return)
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionFixed TPU bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X20S
This AirTAC ATE32X20S is a single acting pull cylinder with spring return, meaning the spring extends the rod and air retracts it. With a 32 mm bore, it delivers a net pull force of 296 N at 0.5 MPa and 434.2 N at 0.7 MPa, enough for light clamping or lifting tasks.
The ISO 21287 compact body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, saving valuable space in tight fixtures. The optional -S magnet is fitted here, allowing CMSE or DMSE switches to detect rod position. For a real-world estimate, at 0.5 MPa this unit can safely handle about 18 kg of vertical work when you apply a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X20S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X20S |
|---|---|
| Series | ATE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull (spring return) |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Pull force (spring return) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 296.0 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 434.2 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 ATE32X20S
| ATE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (single-acting pull, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | 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 ATE32X20S Is Used
Jig Clamping
Use in a CNC fixture to pull a clamp arm down onto a workpiece with 296 N at 0.5 MPa. The compact body fits under the worktable where a longer cylinder would not.
Sorting Gate
Mount on a conveyor chute to retract a diverter gate. The spring extends the gate to block parts when air is off, and air pulls it open to let items pass.
Packaging Index
Pull a product stop pin on a packaging line. With a 20 mm stroke and 50-500 mm/s speed, it cycles fast enough for moderate-rate indexing without over-travel.
Is the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X20S the Right Cylinder?
Choose this ATE32X20S when you need a compact pull action with a 20 mm stroke. If you need more force, the 40 mm bore version pulls 500.3 N at 0.5 MPa; if space is tighter, the 25 mm bore pulls 170.9 N. Remember, the spring returns the rod to its extended position on air loss, so it does not hold a mid-stroke load. The 1/8" port and M8x1.25 female rod thread suit standard fittings.
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 ATE32X20S FAQ
The ATE32X20S delivers 296 N at 0.5 MPa and 434.2 N at 0.7 MPa, both net of the return spring. Minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa, maximum is 1.0 MPa (28-145 psi), and proof pressure is 1.5 MPa (215 psi).
The ATE32X20S uses a hard-anodized aluminium body that is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits in tight spaces like gantries or guard enclosures. It has a fixed TPU bumper at both ends to absorb impact, and the optional -S magnet enables CMSE or DMSE sensors for position feedback.
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