Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB
The AirTAC Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder built to JIS dimensions, with a Ø32mm 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.
- BoreØ32 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.
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About the Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB
The B02-ACQ32X15SB is a double-acting JIS compact cylinder built for welding-line automation. The leading "B02-" prefix designates this as AirTAC's welding-industry dedicated variant of the base ACQ32X15SB, meaning it is mechanically identical to the standard model but targeted at fixturing and clamping in robot welding cells. It delivers a push force of 402.1 N and a pull force of 301.6 N at 0.5 MPa.
This unit includes a built-in piston magnet (-S) for AirTAC reed or electronic switches, and a male-thread piston rod (-B, M14x1.5) that couples directly to your load. The short C-clip and riveted body design minimizes axial footprint, while the PT1/8 port and 16 mm rod ensure robust operation. It relies on a fixed NBR elastomer bumper at each end to absorb end stops, not an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQ JIS compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 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 (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 302 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB
| ACQ | JIS compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 32 | 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 B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB Is Used
Robot Welding Cell Clamping
Utilizes the 402.1 N extend force to hold steel panels firmly in place during automated spot welding, ensuring precise joint alignment.
Spot Weld Gun Actuation
Employs the short 15 mm stroke and compact C-clip body to fit within tight robotic weld gun arms, cycling rapidly at 30-500 mm/s.
Weldment Indexing Conveyor
Pushes completed welded assemblies to the next station using the male M14x1.5 rod end, with the -S magnet triggering position sensors.
Is the Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 32 mm bore actuator, consider stepping down to the 25 mm bore if your fixturing requires less force, which provides 245.4 N of push at 0.5 MPa. If your welding clamp needs more power, the next size up is the 40 mm bore, yielding 628.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa. To confirm your ordering essentials for this model: 32 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, PT1/8 port, built-in magnet, and male M14x1.5 rod thread.
Because this is a double-acting cylinder, it will not hold its load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the rod drifts, and the fixed bumper only decelerates it near the stroke end. For a fail-safe hold in vertical welding fixtures, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required.
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 B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X15SB FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 32 mm bore cylinder provides 402.1 N of push (extend) force and 301.6 N of pull (retract) force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 562.9 N. The maximum push force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The B02- prefix indicates this is a welding-industry dedicated variant of the ACQ32X15SB, sharing identical mechanical specs. It does not have adjustable air cushions; instead, it uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends to absorb end stops. For high-speed welding automation, you may need an external shock absorber.
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