Airtac MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD20X10
The AirTAC Airtac MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD20X10 is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (double rod), 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. As an MK unit a fixed rod stops the piston rod rotating.
- TypeMulti-mount, double rod
- SeriesMK (no-rotating)
- Bore20 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa157.1 N
- Operating pressure0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 145 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper
- MagnetWithout magnet
- 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 MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD20X10
The MKD20X10 is a genuine AirTAC double-rod multi-mount cylinder with a 20 mm bore and 10 mm stroke. Its compact square body fixes from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and cylinders can be mounted side by side to save space, with magnetic-switch slots around the body. The double-rod design carries a rod on both ends, and the no-rotating plate keeps the rod from turning, so a 10 mm stroke suits short-throw clamping and positioning where rod orientation must stay fixed. At 0.5 MPa the 20 mm bore delivers a theoretical push thrust of 157.1 N (131.9 N on the pull side), and cushioning is provided by a bumper. It runs on air filtered to 40 um at 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi), from -20 to 70 C.
This is a genuine AirTAC part from the MK family: a no-rotating cylinder where a fixed rod, plate and brass bushing stop the piston rod turning - unlike the standard MD family, where rod rotation is allowed. This SKU has no magnet (no trailing S), so it is not fitted for magnetic switch sensing as shown. Typical materials include an aluminium-alloy body, a stainless or S45C rod and NBR seals; we confirm exact dimensions, weights and sizing from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD20X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD20X10 |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double rod |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 20 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 157.1 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | Without magnet |
| 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 bore for thrust: this 20 mm bore gives 157.1 N theoretical push at 0.5 MPa (131.9 N pull side). MK is the no-rotating choice - if rod rotation is acceptable, the standard MD family is the alternative. This is a double-rod unit (rod on both ends) with double acting operation, so work can be done from either end. The 10 mm stroke sits well within the 60 mm maximum for bore 20, but the short cover means over-long strokes are not advisable - check the datasheet for the practical range. No magnet on this SKU; the S suffix adds one. Ports are M5x0.8 with PT thread (G available on request). Side-load capacity depends on the installation - confirm from the datasheet or contact us.
Applications
Small-parts clamping
Double-rod clamps close on small components from both sides in assembly fixtures, and the no-rotating plate keeps the clamp faces square to the part through every stroke.
Gate and stopper duty
The 10 mm stroke and fixed rod orientation make this cylinder a compact stopper on conveyors or pallet lines, where the body fixes from 6 directions to fit tight machine frames.
Jig positioning
Mounted side by side along a fixture base, these cylinders index and position jigs precisely, with the 157.1 N push at 0.5 MPa holding parts against a hard stop.
FAQ
What does the D in MKD20X10 mean, and how much thrust does it give?
D marks the double-rod variant of the no-rotating MK family: a rod extends from both ends of the piston, so the cylinder can clamp or push from either side. It is still double acting. At 0.5 MPa the 20 mm bore gives a theoretical push thrust of 157.1 N (131.9 N on the pull side).
How does the no-rotating design help my application?
A fixed rod, no-rotating plate and brass bushing stop the rod from turning, so attached tooling keeps its orientation - ideal for clamps, stoppers and pick-and-place tooling. The compact square body also fixes from 6 directions, and exact dimensions and side-load limits should be confirmed from the datasheet for your installation.