Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S
The AirTAC Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder built to JIS dimensions, with a Ø20mm bore and 100mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a C-clip / riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Magnetic-switch slots around the body accept position sensors.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM5×0.8 (F) / M8×1.25 (B)
- ConfigurationStandard compact
About the Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S
The AirTAC B01-ACQ20X100S is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder engineered for tight axial spaces. The leading "B01-" prefix designates this as an application-dedicated, customer-specified variant of the base ACQ20X100S, retaining exact mechanical parity while serving targeted industry needs. It delivers 157.1 N of push force and 117.8 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa.
This 20 mm bore unit features a 10 mm piston rod and an M5x0.8 port. The short C-clip and riveted body construction drastically reduces overall length compared to round-body alternatives. It includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing and relies on a fixed TPU elastomer bumper at each end to absorb end-stop energy.
Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQ JIS compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M5×0.8 female / M8×1.25 male (B) |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 100 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC ACQ JIS compact-cylinder datasheet. Confirm against the product label before installation. Port thread: PT (standard); G and NPT available. Rod: female thread (blank) / male thread (B).
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 118 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S
| ACQ | JIS compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch position sensing (omit = no magnet). |
| B | Male-thread piston rod (omit = female-thread rod). |
Thread: PT standard (G / NPT available). Related ACQ-family variants: ASQ (single-acting push), ATQ (single-acting pull), ACQD (double rod), ACQJ (adjustable stroke), TACQ (guided / non-rotating).
Where the Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S Is Used
PCB Handling Ejectors
Deploys 100 mm of travel to push populated circuit boards out of testing fixtures, utilizing 157.1 N of extend force to overcome connector friction without damaging traces.
Carton Flap Folding
Executes 100 mm strokes to fold small corrugated carton flaps prior to tape sealing, where the compact body depth prevents interference with adjacent conveyor guide rails.
Lab Dispenser Positioning
Moves liquid dispensing nozzles precisely over microplate wells, relying on the integrated magnet to trigger electronic solid-state switches for accurate volume metering.
Is the Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, consider stepping down to the 16 mm bore for lighter duties, which yields 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, or moving up to the 25 mm bore for heavier loads, providing 245.4 N push at 0.5 MPa. The 100 mm stroke shown here represents the maximum standard stroke length for this 20 mm bore class. To confirm your ordering essentials: specify the 20 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, female rod-end thread (M5x0.8), and the required magnetic piston. Note that a plain compact cylinder like this drifts if air pressure is lost; applications requiring fail-safe load holding must integrate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Short-body depth vs. a round-body cylinder
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G / NPT)
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Female (blank) or male (B) rod thread
- ✓ Side load — avoid on a compact rod
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the short piston rod.
- check Very long strokes are unsuitable for the compact body.
- check Handle the C-clip carefully; seat it fully in its groove.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ20X100S FAQ
This 20 mm bore actuator generates 157.1 N push and 117.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 219.9 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum push of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The 100 mm stroke specified is the maximum standard stroke available for this bore size.
The B01- prefix indicates an application-dedicated, customer-specified build of the standard ACQ20X100S, sharing identical specifications. It does not use adjustable air cushions; instead, fixed TPU elastomer bumpers absorb impact at the stroke ends, so external shock absorbers should be added for high-speed operations.
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