Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD10X20SH
The AirTAC MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD10X20SH is a genuine MD multi-mount cylinder (double acting), 10 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 39.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact.
- TypeMulti-mount, double acting
- SeriesMD (standard)
- Bore10 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa39.3 N
- Operating pressure0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 145 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper
- MagnetWith magnet (sensor-ready)
- ThreadPT
- 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 MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD10X20SH
The AirTAC MD10X20SH is a compact square-body multi-mount cylinder that fixes from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and mounts side by side with other cylinders to save space in tight machine layouts. This double acting unit has a 10 mm bore and 20 mm stroke; at 0.5 MPa it produces a theoretical push force of about 39.3 N (33.0 N on the pull side), suited to light clamping and positioning work. Cushioning is a bumper, and magnetic-switch slots surround the body.
This is a genuine AirTAC part from the standard MD family, where the rod is free to rotate; the MK family is the no-rotating equivalent. The trailing S shows this SKU carries a magnet. Operating pressure is 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi) with filtered air. The exact port thread designation for this SKU should be confirmed from the datasheet or with us before ordering, along with dimensions and sizing.
Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD10X20SH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD10X20SH |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double acting |
| Series | MD (standard) |
| Bore | 10 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 39.3 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | With magnet (S) |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 30 - 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Bumper |
| Mounting | Fix from 6 directions; mountable side by side |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MD/MK multi-mount data. The front cover and piston are short, so avoid an over-long stroke. An optional high-temperature seal material extends the range to 0 to 150 C. Overall dimensions vary per stroke and allowable side-load is published as curves — ask us and we confirm from the datasheet.
How to choose
The 10 mm bore gives about 39.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (33.0 N pull) in double acting use - pick a larger bore if you need more thrust. This MD unit is double acting with a free-rotating rod; choose MK if rotation must be prevented, or single acting, double rod and adjustable-stroke variants for other needs. The 20 mm stroke is within the 35 mm limit for a 10 mm bore double acting cylinder - the compact body suits short strokes, so avoid an over-long stroke and check side-load limits with us first. The S in the code means the magnet is included on this SKU. AirTAC offers PT and G thread options in this series; confirm the exact thread for this SKU with us before ordering.
Applications
Fixture clamping of small parts
Hold small components against a locating face during assembly or testing - the bumper cushion and 39.3 N push force at 0.5 MPa suit light-duty clamping.
Pick-and-place part push-off
Use the 20 mm stroke to push small parts off a nest or chute in a pick-and-place station, mounting the cylinder from top, side or rear as space allows.
Machine indexing stop
Fit the cylinder as a stop on an indexing table or dial plate, bolting it from whichever of the 6 mounting directions the machine frame exposes.
FAQ
How much force does the 10 mm bore of MD10X20SH produce?
As a double acting cylinder, the 10 mm bore gives a theoretical push force of about 39.3 N at 0.5 MPa, and about 33.0 N on the pull side. The push side is always the higher figure. If your job needs more force, move up a bore size rather than raising pressure beyond the 0.15-1.0 MPa operating range.
Where can I find the exact dimensions and port thread for this model?
Dimensions vary with stroke and the exact thread designation for this SKU should be confirmed from the datasheet or with us before ordering. What is fixed by the design: the square body fixes from 6 directions, mounts side by side to save space, and uses a bumper for cushioning rather than an air cushion.