Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ40X15
The AirTAC Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ40X15 is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder built to JIS dimensions, with a Ø40mm bore and 15mm stroke, PT1/8 air ports and a C-clip / riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Magnetic-switch slots around the body accept position sensors.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizePT1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25 (F) / M14×1.5 (B)
- ConfigurationStandard compact
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ40X15
The AirTAC B01-ACQ40X15 is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder engineered for tight axial spaces. The B01- prefix designates this as an application-dedicated, customer-specified variant of the standard ACQ40X15, meaning it shares the exact same physical specs while fulfilling specific industry requirements. It delivers 628.3 N of push force and 527.8 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa.
This 40 mm bore unit features a 16 mm piston rod and a female M8x1.25 rod-end thread, utilizing a PT1/8 port. The short C-clip and riveted body design drastically reduces overall length compared to round-body alternatives. Deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR elastomer bumper at each end, which is not field-adjustable, so high-speed operations may require an external shock absorber.
Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ40X15 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ40X15 |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQ JIS compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| Rod end thread | M8×1.25 female / M14×1.5 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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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-ACQ40X15
| ACQ | JIS compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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-ACQ40X15 Is Used
PCB Router Clamping
Secures printed circuit board panels during routing operations where 628.3 N of extension force prevents shifting without damaging the substrate.
Carton Flap Folding
Drives a short 15 mm stroke mechanism to fold minor carton flaps on high-speed packaging lines before tape application.
Leak Test Sealing
Plugs automotive housing ports during pressure decay testing, using the 527.8 N retract force to pull the sealing head clear after the cycle.
Is the Airtac B01-ACQ Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B01-ACQ40X15 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, stepping down to the 32 mm bore yields 402.1 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 50 mm bore provides 981.8 N. This 40 mm option sits comfortably in the middle for medium-force tasks. To confirm your ordering essentials: specify the 40 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, PT1/8 port, female rod thread, and no sensor magnet. Note that a plain ACQ body does not hold its position if air pressure is lost; the rod will drift, so a pilot-operated check valve or external rod lock is required for fail-safe load holding.
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-ACQ40X15 FAQ
This 40 mm bore cylinder provides a push force of 628.3 N and a pull force of 527.8 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 879.6 N, with a maximum push capacity of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa, and the speed range is 30-500 mm/s.
The B01- prefix simply marks this as an application-dedicated, customer-specified variant of the ACQ40X15, mechanically identical to the base model. It does not have adjustable air cushions; it relies on fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both stroke ends to absorb impact. Additionally, this specific SKU ships without a sensor magnet, though the body retains grooves for mounting reed or electronic switches if a magnet is added later.
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