
The AirTAC Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X5S 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 ATE32X5S 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 296 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, net of the spring, and 434.2 N at 0.7 MPa, making it a compact force source for light automation tasks.
The ISO 21287 short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into tight jigs and gantries. The optional -S magnet is fitted here, enabling CMSE or DMSE switches for position sensing, and the fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke impact. For a safe working load, plan for about 178 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which is roughly 18 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin.
| Model | Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE32X5S |
|---|---|
| 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 pull a clamp arm against a workpiece with 296 N at 0.5 MPa, holding parts securely during drilling or milling. The short stroke and compact body fit under a workholding table.
Mount on a pick-and-place gantry to retract a pin that releases small stamped parts from a nest. The 5 mm stroke is enough to clear the part, and the spring returns the pin to extended for the next cycle.
In a packaging line, use the -S magnet with a DMSE solid-state switch to confirm the cylinder has retracted, ensuring a carton flap is folded before sealing. The compact body saves space on the conveyor frame.
Choose this ATE32X5S for short-stroke pull applications where space is tight. Compared to an ATE25X25 (170.9 N at 0.5 MPa), this 32 mm bore offers 296 N, while an ATE40X25 provides 500.3 N if you need more force. The 5 mm stroke is ideal for clamping or indexing, and the spring returns the rod to extended on air loss, but 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
The ATE32X5S delivers 296 N of pull 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, and maximum is 1.0 MPa (145 psi). The 32 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and has a 12 mm rod with an M8x1.25 female thread.
The ISO 21287 short body saves about 50% of the mounting length of an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits in tight jigs and guards. The fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke energy, and the optional -S magnet allows CMSE or DMSE switches for sensing. Mounting options like FA/FB flange, LB foot, and CA/CB clevis bolt directly to the standard face.
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