Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X40SB
The AirTAC Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X40SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder built to JIS dimensions, with a Ø32mm bore and 40mm 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
- Stroke40 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 B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X40SB
The B02-ACQ32X40SB is a double-acting JIS compact air cylinder built for welding-line automation. The leading B02- prefix marks this as AirTAC's welding-industry dedicated variant of the base ACQ32X40SB; mechanically it is identical, delivering 402.1 N of push force and 301.6 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Its short C-clip and riveted body design drastically reduces axial footprint compared to round-body alternatives, fitting neatly into tight robotic fixturing.
This specific configuration includes an S option for a built-in piston magnet, enabling position sensing via AirTAC reed or electronic switches along the body grooves. The B option provides a male M14x1.5 threaded piston rod end (on a 16 mm rod) for direct load coupling. Instead of an adjustable air cushion, it relies on fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends to absorb end-stop impact within its 30-500 mm/s operating speed range.
Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X40SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X40SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQ JIS compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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-ACQ32X40SB
| ACQ | JIS compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×40 | 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-ACQ32X40SB Is Used
Robot Welding Cell Clamping
Secures mild steel brackets in a robotic MIG welding cell, using the 402.1 N extend force to hold parts firmly against locators while the short body minimizes interference with the welding torch.
Spot Welding Gun Actuation
Drives the moving arm of a resistance spot welding gun fixture, where the male M14x1.5 rod end couples directly to the gun mechanism and the magnetic sensor tracks electrode position.
Assembly Line Part Ejection
Pushes finished welded sub-assemblies out of a tight fixture onto a downstream conveyor, relying on the compact C-clip body to fit within the narrow machine envelope.
Is the Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ32X40SB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 32 mm bore actuator, consider stepping down to a 25 mm bore for 245.4 N push at 0.5 MPa if the clamping load is lighter, or moving up to a 40 mm bore for 628.3 N push if higher force is required. Keep in mind that a standard ACQ body does not hold its position if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the rod will drift. For fail-safe load holding in a vertical welding clamp, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is necessary.
To order, confirm the essentials: 32 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, PT1/8 port, built-in magnet (S), and male M14x1.5 rod thread (B). The fixed NBR bumper is not field-adjustable, so for high-energy welding movements, add an external shock absorber or slow the approach speed.
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-ACQ32X40SB FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402.1 N and the pull force is 301.6 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 562.9 N. The maximum push force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates between 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a speed range of 30-500 mm/s.
The B02- prefix simply designates this as a welding-industry dedicated variant of the ACQ32X40SB; it shares the exact same physical specs, seals, and dimensions as the base model. It does not have adjustable air cushions; it uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both stroke ends to absorb impact.
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