
The AirTAC Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X15S is a genuine single acting, pull (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 15mm 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 ATE40X15S is a single acting pull cylinder, spring extend, air retract. With a 40 mm bore, it delivers a net pull of 500.3 N at 0.5 MPa and 729 N at 0.7 MPa, ready to move a load of about 30 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The ISO 21287 compact body is roughly 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, easing installation into tight machine frames.
The hard-anodized aluminum body and S45C hard-chrome rod resist wear in continuous cycling. This model includes the optional -S magnet, so CMSE or DMSE reed and solid-state switches can be mounted for position sensing. A fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke impact, while the minimum working pressure of 0.2 MPa ensures reliable spring return.
| Model | Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X15S |
|---|---|
| Series | ATE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 | 500.3 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 729.0 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). |
|---|---|
| 40 | 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.
Retract a clamping pin in a CNC fixture to release a part after machining. The 500.3 N pull at 0.5 MPa provides secure holding, and the compact body fits within the fixture envelope.
Pull a label tamp head back after applying a label to a carton on a packaging line. The 15 mm stroke and spring return offer fast, repeatable cycles at speeds up to 500 mm/s.
Retract a locking pin on a safety gate in an automated assembly cell. The spring-extend default ensures the gate is locked when air pressure is removed, enhancing operator safety.
For a lighter pull, consider the ATE32X15S at 296 N, while the ATE50X15S provides 775 N at the same 0.5 MPa. This 40 mm bore unit suits applications needing a moderate pull force with a short 15 mm stroke. Remember, the spring returns the rod to its extended position on air loss, so 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, all compatible with the ISO 21287 face.
Quick checklist
The ATE40X15S provides a net pull force of 500.3 N at 0.5 MPa and 729 N at 0.7 MPa, with the spring force already subtracted. The operating pressure range is 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi), and the proof pressure is 1.5 MPa (215 psi).
The ATE40X15S uses a short-body ISO 21287 construction, saving about 50% of the mounting length compared to an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. This makes it ideal for tight spaces. The fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs impact, and the optional -S magnet allows for CMSE or DMSE sensor mounting.
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