Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ50X100S
The AirTAC Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ50X100S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder built to JIS dimensions, with a Ø50mm bore and 100mm stroke, PT1/4 air ports and a C-clip / riveted short body that saves mounting depth. Magnetic-switch slots around the body accept position sensors.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizePT1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.5 (F) / M18×1.5 (B)
- ConfigurationStandard compact
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About the Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ50X100S
The AirTAC B02-ACQ50X100S is a double-acting, single-rod JIS compact cylinder engineered for welding-line automation. The B02- prefix designates this as a welding-industry dedicated variant of the base ACQ50X100S, meaning it shares the exact same physical specs while being targeted at robot and spot welding cells. It delivers a robust 981.8 N push force at 0.5 MPa (1374.4 N at 0.7 MPa) across its 100 mm stroke.
This model features a short C-clip and riveted body construction that drastically reduces axial footprint compared to round-body alternatives. The bore is hard-anodized for longevity, and the piston incorporates an integrated magnet (-S) for direct mounting of AirTAC reed or electronic solid-state switches along the body grooves. End-stopping relies on a fixed NBR elastomer bumper, which absorbs impact energy without requiring field adjustment.
Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ50X100S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ50X100S |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQ JIS compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| Rod end thread | M10×1.5 female / M18×1.5 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 (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 200 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-ACQ50X100S
| ACQ | JIS compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 50 | 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 B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ50X100S Is Used
Robot Welding Cell Clamping
Secures heavy steel assemblies within a robotic spot-welding cell, utilizing the 981.8 N push force to hold parts firmly against locators while the welding guns operate.
Fixture Positioning
Advances and retracts locating pins on a welding fixture over its 100 mm stroke, where the compact C-clip body saves critical axial space inside dense tooling layouts.
Part Ejection from Jigs
Pushes completed welded frames out of the fixture using the 824.6 N retract pull force, clearing the station quickly for the next cycle in automated production lines.
Is the Airtac B02-ACQ Ultra-Thin Welding Special Cylinder B02-ACQ50X100S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 50 mm bore actuator, consider stepping down to the 40 mm version if your load requires less force (628.3 N push at 0.5 MPa), or moving up to the 63 mm bore if you need greater thrust (1558.6 N push at 0.5 MPa). This cylinder uses a PT1/4 port and a female M10x1.5 rod-end thread to couple with your load; ensure side loading is minimized on the 20 mm rod to prevent premature wear.
Keep in mind that a standard ACQ body does not hold its position if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, as the piston will drift. For welding fixtures that must safely maintain a clamp under pressure loss, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required. The fixed NBR bumper only decelerates the piston near the end of travel and does not act as a braking device.
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-ACQ50X100S FAQ
This 50 mm bore cylinder provides a push (extend) force of 981.8 N and a pull (retract) force of 824.6 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 1374.4 N. The maximum push force is 200 kgf at the 1.0 MPa operating pressure limit.
The B02- prefix indicates this is a welding-industry dedicated variant of the standard ACQ50X100S, mechanically identical to the base model. It uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at both ends to absorb end-stop impact rather than adjustable air cushions, so for high-energy welding automation cycles, you may need to slow the approach or add external shock absorbers.
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