Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ16X5
The AirTAC Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ16X5 is a genuine single-acting COMPACT (JIS) cylinder (single acting, pull type) with a Ø16mm bore and 5mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke5 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull type
- Rod threadM4×0.7 (F) / M6×1.0 (B)
- CushionBumper
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About the Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ16X5
The AirTAC ATQ16X5 is a JIS compact single-acting PULL cylinder. Feeding air to its single M5x0.8 port retracts the 8mm piston rod, while an internal spring extends it upon exhaust. This fail-safe design ensures the rod extends to its rest position if air pressure drops, suiting hold-down-release or tensioning tasks.
It provides a theoretical pull force of 75.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 105.6 N at 0.7 MPa before spring deduction. The 5mm stroke is well within the 20mm maximum for this 16mm bore. It uses a fixed TPU elastomer bumper for end-of-stroke damping and features a female M4x0.7 rod-end thread.
Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ16X5 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ16X5 |
|---|---|
| Series | ATQ JIS compact single-acting cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 5 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull type |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M4×0.7 female / M6×1.0 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 (Ø16mm, Pull)
| Pressure | Pull force (before spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 75 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 106 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 ATQ16X5
| ATQ | JIS compact single acting, pull type cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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 ATQ16X5 Is Used
Pin Extraction
Pulls locating pins out of a machined jig during automated unloading cycles.
Gate Retraction
Draws back a short diverter gate on a packaging line when air is applied.
Tension Release
Slackens a tensioning belt on a textile machine by retracting an idler pulley.
Is the Airtac ATQ Single Acting Thin Cylinder ATQ16X5 the Right Cylinder?
For this 16mm bore, theoretical pull is 75.4 N at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 12mm bore (42.4 N at 0.5 MPa); if you need more, step up to the 20mm bore (117.8 N at 0.5 MPa). Travel is capped at 20mm for single-acting pull; applications requiring longer reach must use the double-acting ACQ. Confirm ordering essentials: 16mm bore, 5mm stroke, female M4x0.7 rod thread, and add the S option if you need a magnet for sensing.
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 ATQ16X5 FAQ
It has a 5mm stroke (max 20mm for bore 16) and a theoretical pull force of 75.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 105.6 N at 0.7 MPa before spring deduction. It is a single-acting pull type where the spring extends the rod on exhaust, requiring a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa.
It uses a fixed TPU elastomer bumper at the ends to absorb impact, rather than an adjustable air cushion. If air loss occurs, the internal spring automatically extends the rod to its resting position. The body has sensor grooves, but you must order the -S magnet option to use reed or solid-state switches.
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