Airtac B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB
The AirTAC Airtac B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB is a genuine double-acting COMPACT (thin) air cylinder built to JIS dimensions, with a Ø12mm bore and 10mm 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.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM3×0.5 (F) / M5×0.8 (B)
- ConfigurationStandard compact
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
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About the Airtac B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB
The B06-ACQ12X10SB is an AirTAC double-acting JIS compact cylinder engineered with a 12 mm bore and a 10 mm stroke. The leading "B06-" prefix designates this as a battery-manufacturing dedicated variant, mechanically identical to the standard ACQ12X10SB, providing 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Its short C-clip and riveted body construction drastically reduces axial footprint compared to round-body alternatives, fitting neatly into dense cell assembly machinery.
This specific configuration includes a built-in piston magnet (-S) for position sensing and a male-thread piston rod (-B) sized at M5x0.8 for direct load coupling. Deceleration is handled by a fixed TPU elastomer bumper at each end rather than an adjustable air cushion. Because the rod diameter is only 6 mm, avoiding side loads is critical to prevent premature wear on this compact actuator.
Airtac B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB |
|---|---|
| Series | ACQ JIS compact (thin) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod end thread | M3×0.5 female / M5×0.8 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 50 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 (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 57 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 79 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 12 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB
| ACQ | JIS compact (thin) double-acting cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Applies gentle 56.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa to align lithium-ion pouch cells during automated stacking processes, utilizing the 10 mm stroke for rapid, short-distance indexing.
Tab Welding Clamp
Uses the male M5x0.8 rod end to secure battery tabs under a welding head, where the compact C-clip body minimizes interference in multi-head welding fixtures.
Module Tray Positioning
Shifts light battery module trays on a conveyor line, relying on the integrated magnet and a reed or electronic switch to confirm the 10 mm movement to the control system.
Is the Airtac B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore actuator, stepping down is not an option as this is the smallest available diameter in the series. If more force is required, the next size up is the 16 mm bore, which provides 100.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa compared to this model's 56.5 N. Confirm your ordering essentials: 12 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, male M5x0.8 rod thread, and the integrated magnet for switches.
Keep in mind that a standard compact cylinder like this does not hold its position if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the rod will drift. The fixed TPU bumper only decelerates the piston near the stroke ends and acts as neither a lock nor a brake. For fail-safe load holding on a vertical battery stacking axis, incorporate an external rod lock or a 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 B06-ACQ Battery-Dedicated Cylinder B06-ACQ12X10SB FAQ
This 12 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 56.5 N of push force and 42.4 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 79.2 N. The maximum push force is 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates at speeds between 30-500 mm/s.
The B06- prefix indicates this is an AirTAC battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the ACQ12X10SB, sharing the exact same physical specifications. It does not have adjustable air cushions; instead, it uses fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at both ends to absorb the end stop. For high-energy cycles, an external shock absorber should be added.
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