Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X5
The AirTAC Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X5 is a genuine single acting, pull (spring return) ISO 21287 compact air cylinder with a Ø40mm 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.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke5 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 ATE40X5
This ATE40X5 is a single acting pull cylinder, meaning a spring extends the rod and air retracts it, with a net pull of 500.3 N at 0.5 MPa. Its ISO 21287 compact body is about 50% shorter than an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, fitting into tight machine guards and gantries where space is at a premium.
The hard-anodized aluminium body and S45C hard-chrome rod resist wear in continuous cycling. With a 5 mm stroke, it suits short indexing moves; at 0.5 MPa, plan for about 300 N of real work, which lifts roughly 31 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The fixed TPU bumper at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke impact, and the M8x1.25 female rod thread accepts standard clevis or knuckle fittings.
Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X5 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X5 |
|---|---|
| Series | ATE compact cylinder |
| Standard | ISO 21287 |
| Bore size | Ø40 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø40mm)
| 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).
Model Code: Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X5
| ATE | ISO 21287 compact cylinder (single-acting pull, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 40 | 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.
Where the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X5 Is Used
Tight Jig Clamping
In a CNC fixture, the 5 mm stroke and 500.3 N pull at 0.5 MPa retract a locating pin or clamp arm, while the compact body fits between vertical supports where a full-length cylinder would not.
Small Part Ejection
On a packaging line, this cylinder pulls a gate or diverter 5 mm to redirect small cartons. The spring return ensures the gate closes when air is removed, and the TPU bumper prevents noise at high cycle rates.
Sorting Gate Actuation
In a warehouse sortation module, the ATE40X5 retracts a lightweight deflector to route parcels. The short stroke and 500.3 N pull handle the load reliably, and the hard-anodized body resists dust in a busy environment.
Is the Airtac ATE Single Acting Guided Compact Cylinder ATE40X5 the Right Cylinder?
For a lighter pull, the ATE32X25 offers 296 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the ATE50X25 gives 775 N at 0.5 MPa if you need more force. Since this is a spring-extend cylinder, it does not hold a mid-stroke position; on air loss, the rod returns to its extended home position. The 1/8" port suits standard fittings, and the compact body accepts FA/FB flange, LB foot, CA/CB clevis, CR, SDB pivot, and FTC mounts. This model has no magnet, so order the -S code if you need CMSE or DMSE sensor feedback.
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 ATE40X5 FAQ
The ATE40X5 delivers a net pull of 500.3 N at 0.5 MPa and 729 N at 0.7 MPa, after accounting for the return spring. Minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa, proof pressure is 1.5 MPa (215 psi), and operating pressure ranges from 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi). Speed range is 50-500 mm/s.
The ISO 21287 compact design saves about 50% of the mounting length compared to an ISO 15552 profile cylinder, so it fits into tight jigs, guards, and gantries. The body is hard-anodized aluminium with a fixed TPU bumper at both ends. This model has no magnet, so order the -S code to enable CMSE or DMSE sensors.
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