Airtac MTD Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTD20X5S
The AirTAC Airtac MTD Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTD20X5S is a genuine MD multi-mount cylinder (single acting, pull type), 20 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 92.3 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact.
- TypeMulti-mount, single acting, pull type
- SeriesMD (standard)
- Bore20 mm
- Pull thrust @0.5 MPa92.3 N
- Operating pressure0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 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 MTD Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTD20X5S
The MTD20X5S is a genuine AirTAC multi-mount cylinder: a compact square-body actuator that fixes from 6 directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom) and mounts side by side to save space. This model is single acting, pull type, with a 20mm bore and a short 5mm stroke - a good match for brief retract or release motions that still need position feedback. It runs on air filtered to 40 um at 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi), proof pressure 1.5 MPa (215 psi), temperature -20 to 70 C (0 to 150 C only with the optional high-temperature seal material), speed 50-500 mm/s, and cushions with a bumper. Magnetic-switch slots run around the body and guide precision is high without added lubricant.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. The MTD prefix marks the standard multi-mount family in single-acting pull form; the no-rotating equivalents belong to the MK family, and rotation prevention is not claimed here. The trailing S means this cylinder is built with a magnet for switch-based position detection. Exact dimensions and sizing for this bore and stroke are confirmed from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MTD Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTD20X5S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTD Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTD20X5S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, single acting, pull type |
| Series | MD (standard) |
| Bore | 20 mm |
| Pull thrust @0.5 MPa | 92.3 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | With magnet (S) |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 50 - 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
Select the bore by the thrust you need at 0.5 MPa; bore 20 is a common mid-range pick for compact fixtures. The acting type is fixed by the code: MTD is single acting, pull type, best where the motion is a retract or release. Single-acting strokes run up to 20mm, so a 5mm stroke is well within range, and the short-cover design cautions against over-long strokes. If you need rotation stopped, move to the MK family; MD, MDD and MDJ cover double-acting, double-rod and adjustable-stroke needs. The trailing S supplies the magnet; drop it if sensing is not required. Port thread is PT as standard with G available. For side-load capability and per-stroke dimensions, route to us for the datasheet.
Applications
Clamp pad release with feedback
Retracts a clamping pad to free a small part, while the magnet lets a switch confirm the pad has fully cleared before the next cycle starts.
Stopper gate on a conveyor
Pulls a compact stopper blade out of the product path; cylinders fix from 6 directions and sit side by side, and the magnet signals gate-open for interlocking.
Pick-and-place ejector assist
A 5mm pull stroke releases a component from a vacuum-cup nest as the gripper lifts away, with the compact body bolted to whichever face the station allows.
FAQ
How do I choose between the MTD20X5 and MTD20X5S?
Both are single-acting, pull-type multi-mount cylinders with a 20mm bore and 5mm stroke. The only difference is the trailing S on MTD20X5S, which means the cylinder is supplied with a magnet for position sensing; without the S there is no magnet. Both use a PT port thread as standard, with G available as a coded option.
Can I mount this cylinder from any face, and where do I get dimensions?
Yes - the multi-mount square body fixes from 6 directions: front, back, left, right, top and bottom, and units can be mounted side by side to save space. Overall dimensions vary with bore and stroke, and side-load limits are a datasheet figure, so confirm both with us before finalising your design.