Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB
The AirTAC Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB is a genuine single-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder (single acting, pull type) with a Ø12mm bore and 15mm stroke. Air pulles the rod and an internal spring performs the opposite stroke, so one solenoid line drives the motion — ideal for short-stroke clamping and ejection in tight spaces.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull type
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- CushionBumper
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About the Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB
The AirTAC ATQ12X15SB is a single-acting PULL-type JIS compact cylinder. Supplying air to its single M5x0.8 port retracts the 6mm rod, while an internal spring extends it upon exhaust. It provides a theoretical pull force of 42.4N at 0.5MPa (59.4N at 0.7MPa) before spring deduction, making it ideal for light-duty tasks.
This 12mm bore unit features a 15mm stroke and includes a -S magnet for tracking with reed or solid-state switches. The -B suffix provides a male M5x0.8 rod end for direct mounting. A fixed TPU bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact, and loss of air pressure safely extends the rod to its rest state.
Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ATQ JIS compact single-acting cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull type |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M3×0.5 female / M5×0.8 male (B) |
| 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 | Bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 20 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACQ-family datasheet. Single-acting types start at 0.2 MPa (the spring must be overcome). Confirm against the product label before installation.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm, Pull)
| Pressure | Pull force (before spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 59 N |
These are theoretical air-side forces; the return-spring force reduces the NET usable output. Single-acting pull only — the spring performs the opposite stroke. Confirm the net figure from the datasheet and size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB
| ATQ | JIS compact single acting, pull type cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | Stroke length in mm (single-acting max 20 mm). |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch sensing (omit = none). |
| B | Male-thread piston rod (omit = female thread). |
Thread: PT standard (G / NPT available). ASQ pushes out / spring returns; ATQ pulls in / spring extends. Related: ACQ (double acting), ACQD (double rod), ACQJ (adjustable stroke).
Where the Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB Is Used
Pin Extraction
Pulls dowel pins from small jigs and assembly fixtures using the male rod end connection.
Gate Retraction
Opens miniature release gates on sorting chutes by pulling the mechanism back against spring tension.
Sample Tensioning
Maintains constant tension on delicate laboratory testing filaments via the spring-extend fail-safe.
Is the Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB the Right Cylinder?
For slightly less force, the 12mm bore is the smallest available. Moving up to the 16mm bore yields a higher 75.4N theoretical pull at 0.5MPa. If your application requires travel beyond the 20mm maximum stroke for this bore, a double-acting ACQ cylinder is necessary. To order, confirm the 15mm stroke, the -S magnet option, and the -B male M5x0.8 rod thread.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Net pull force (after spring) at your pressure
- ✓ Stroke ≤ 20 mm (single-acting limit)
- ✓ Single air line saves a valve/port
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Female (blank) or male (B) rod thread
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.2 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Remember the spring performs the return stroke.
- check Avoid side load on the short piston rod.
- check Handle the C-clip carefully; seat it fully in its groove.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ12X15SB FAQ
It delivers a theoretical pull of 42.4N at 0.5MPa and 59.4N at 0.7MPa before spring deduction. The spring extends the rod on exhaust, requiring a 0.2MPa minimum operating pressure. Maximum standard stroke for the 12mm bore is 20mm.
If air pressure is lost, the internal spring automatically extends the rod outward to the rest position. End-of-stroke impact is controlled by a fixed TPU elastomer bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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