
The AirTAC Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X5B is a genuine single acting, pull (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 5mm 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.
This AirTAC ATE32X5B is a single acting pull cylinder, spring-extend type, with a 32 mm bore and 5 mm stroke. It delivers 296 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, net of the return spring, making it a compact solution for light retraction tasks.
Its ISO 21287 short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, fitting into tight machine guards and gantries. With a male rod thread (B code) and 1/8" port, it mounts directly to standard fixtures, and the fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke impact. For a 2:1 safety margin, plan to lift about 18 kg vertically at 0.5 MPa, not the full 296 N rating.
| Model | Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X5B |
|---|---|
| Series | ATE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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.
| 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).
| ATE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (single-acting pull, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 32 | 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.
Use in a CNC fixture to retract a locating pin after clamping, where the spring extends the pin for part loading and air pulls it clear during machining. The 5 mm stroke and 296 N pull handle light pins at 0.5 MPa.
Mount on a small conveyor to pull a stop block down and let packages pass. The spring returns the stop to its raised position when air is off, and the compact body fits under the conveyor frame.
In a packaging line, retract a safety gate latch with a 5 mm pull. The spring extends the latch to lock the gate, and air releases it, with the TPU bumper preventing end-of-stroke noise.
Choose this ATE32X5B when you need a compact, spring-return pull action for short 5 mm strokes. For lighter loads, consider the ATE25X25 with 170.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or step up to the ATE40X25 for 500.3 N pull. The spring extends the rod at rest and 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. This model has no magnet, so order the -S code if you need CMSE or DMSE sensors.
Quick checklist
The ATE32X5B delivers 296 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa and 434.2 N at 0.7 MPa, both net of the return spring. The spring extends the rod when air is off, and the minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa to overcome the spring. Operating pressure range is 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi), with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi).
The ATE32X5B uses an ISO 21287 compact design, saving about 50% of the mounting length compared to an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. This makes it ideal for tight spaces in jigs and guards. The hard-anodized aluminium body and S45C hard-chrome rod ensure durability, and the fixed TPU bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact. The optional -S magnet is not fitted here, so no sensors can be mounted without ordering that code.
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