Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD20X60S
The AirTAC Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD20X60S is a genuine MD multi-mount cylinder (double acting), 20 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 157.1 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact.
- TypeMulti-mount, double acting
- SeriesMD (standard)
- Bore20 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa157.1 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 MD20X60S
The MD20X60S is an AirTAC MD-series multi-mount cylinder: a compact square-body, double acting actuator with a 20 mm bore and 60 mm stroke that can be fixed from six directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - so units can be mounted side by side to save space. On a typical 6 bar (0.5 MPa) air supply it delivers about 157.1 N of theoretical push force, enough for light clamping, positioning and gate duties, and the built-in bumper cushions the stroke at each end. Magnetic-switch slots are machined around the body for position sensing.
This is a genuine AirTAC part in the standard MD family, where a small amount of rod rotation is acceptable. The trailing S in the model code means this SKU includes the position-detecting magnet. We confirm exact dimensions, rod options and sizing for your application from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD20X60S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD20X60S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double acting |
| Series | MD (standard) |
| Bore | 20 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 157.1 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
Choose the 20 mm bore when you need roughly 157.1 N of push (or 131.9 N of pull) at 0.5 MPa - step up to 25 or 32 mm for more thrust, or down to 6-16 mm for lighter work. The MD family suits jobs where rod rotation is allowed; pick the MK family instead if the rod must not turn. Acting options are double acting (MD), single acting push (MSD), single acting pull (MTD), double rod (MDD) and adjustable stroke (MDJ). For double acting, bore 20 strokes run up to 60 mm, the maximum for this bore - this SKU sits at that limit, and the short covers mean an over-long stroke should be avoided; check longer strokes with us. Add S for the magnet and choose PT (default) or G thread.
Applications
Small-parts clamping
Fix the cylinder from the top or side of a compact fixture to clamp small parts during assembly, using the 157.1 N push force at 0.5 MPa for light-duty holding.
Conveyor gate stopper
Mount units side by side along a conveyor line and extend the rod to stop or divert small parts at a station, with the bumper softening each extend-and-retract cycle.
Jig positioning
Use the six-direction fixing to bolt the cylinder into tight jig layouts, with the integrated magnet and body switch slots confirming the 60 mm stroke end positions.
FAQ
What does the S in MD20X60S mean?
The trailing S indicates this SKU includes the magnet, so the piston position can be detected by a switch seated in the slots around the body. A code without S is the same cylinder without the magnet - the magnet is an option, not a standard fitting.
Can I mount this cylinder from any face?
Yes. The square MD body is designed to be fixed from six directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and units can sit side by side to save space. Because the covers are short, keep within the bore's stroke table (up to 60 mm for bore 20) and confirm side-load and dimension details from the datasheet before finalising the layout.