AirTAC ACQ40X10SB Ultra-Thin Cylinder

ACQ40X10SB-AIRTAC is a double-acting ultra-thin cylinder manufactured by AirTAC. It belongs to the ACQ series, complies with JIS standards, and is widely used for position control in compact spaces and reciprocating motion actuation in industrial automation equipment.

1. Complete Model Code Interpretation

2. Core Technical Parameters

3. Product Structure & Features
4. Structural Characteristics

Cylinder tube, front and rear end caps secured by C-rings; piston and rod connected by riveted structure for compactness and reliability

Cylinder bore with honing treatment, high surface hardness, excellent wear resistance

Extended guide length on front cap for stable rod movement and strong anti-side-load capability

Magnetic switch grooves around cylinder body for easy installation of sensors such as D-M9B

Double-acting design achieves reciprocation via air intake at both ends, no external reset required

2. Key Advantages
3. Ultra-thin & Compact: Saves approx. 40% installation space compared to standard cylinders, ideal for narrow workstations
4. High Reliability: C-ring and riveted structure eliminate loosening risks of traditional threaded connections
5. Long Service Life: Special surface treatment on tube and rod; mechanical life exceeds 5,000,000 cycles
6. Flexible Mounting: Supports multiple mounting styles to fit different equipment layouts
7. Easy Maintenance: Modular design allows simple disassembly and seal replacement, reducing maintenance costs
8. Application Scenarios
9. Automated Production Lines: Material positioning, clamp opening/closing, conveyor line diverting control
10. Electronic Equipment Manufacturing: PCB handling, semiconductor positioning, component assembly
11. Packaging Machinery: Sealing cutter actuation, labeling, film tension control
12. Medical Equipment: Instrument actuation, hospital bed adjustment, medical device positioning
13. Machine Tools: Worktable positioning, tool change assistance, workpiece clamping/releasing
14. Other Compact Spaces: All equipment requiring linear reciprocation with limited installation space
15. Installation & Operation Guidelines

Installation Steps

1. Select appropriate mounting method (front flange / rear flange / axial mount / double clevis, etc.)
2. Secure cylinder body with hexagon socket screws, torque to specified values
3. Connect air tubing: PT 1/4 port, φ8 mm tubing recommended with PC8-02 push-in fittings
4. Install magnetic sensor (optional): Mount D-M9B type in cylinder groove, adjust to both ends of piston stroke
5. Air test: Check smooth operation, air leakage, and proper magnetic switch signals

Operating Notes

Compressed air must be filtered (≤40 μm) and dried; lubricator installation recommended

Avoid overstroke and overpressure to prevent internal seal damage

Ensure piston rod is parallel to load movement direction during installation to reduce side loading

After long-term storage, run unloaded several times to drain internal condensate before use

Regularly inspect seal condition; replace promptly if leakage or sluggish movement occurs

6. Replacement & Selection Reference
7. Other Sizes in Same Series (40 mm Bore)

ACQ40X5: 5 mm stroke, no magnet, external thread

ACQ40X10: 10 mm stroke, no magnet, external thread

ACQ40X10S: 10 mm stroke, with magnet, external thread

ACQ40X10SB: 10 mm stroke, with magnet, external thread (current model)

ACQ40X10SC: 10 mm stroke, with magnet, internal thread

2. Cross-Brand Model Cross-Reference

7. Ordering & Warranty Information

Official Order No.: ACQ40X10SB

Packaging: Individual box with installation manual

Warranty: 1-year warranty for original AirTAC products (non-human damage)

Recommended Accessories: D-M9B magnetic sensor, FA40 front flange, FB40 rear flange, LB40 axial mount

The AirTAC ACQ40X10SB is a double-acting thin cylinder with a typical working principle:

compressed air is alternately supplied to both ends to push the piston and drive the piston rod in linear reciprocation, while the built-in magnetic ring provides position feedback.

1. Basic Structure

The cylinder mainly consists of:

Cylinder tube

Piston

Piston rod

Front and rear end caps (each with an air port)

Sealing rings

Built-in magnetic ring on piston (marked by S in model)

External magnetic switch (optional)

2. Working Principle
3. Piston Rod Extension

Compressed air enters the rear chamber through the rear air port

Front air port exhausts

Air pressure pushes the piston forward

Piston drives the rod outward

Maximum extension equals stroke: 10 mm

2. Piston Rod Retraction

Compressed air enters the front chamber through the front air port

Rear air port exhausts

Air pressure pushes the piston backward

Rod retracts to home position

Fully pneumatically driven, no spring return — hence double-acting cylinder.

3. Position Detection Principle (Function of “S”)

The piston has a permanent magnetic ring. When it reaches either end, the magnetic field triggers the magnetic switch mounted outside the cylinder.

Switch outputs electrical signal

Informs PLC/controller: rod fully extended / fully retracted

Enables automatic positioning, limit control, and counting

3. Summary of ACQ40X10SB Features

Double-acting: Both extension and retraction powered by air, stable thrust and motion

Thin profile: Small size for space-limited installations

With magnetic ring (S): Supports magnetic switches for position sensing

External thread rod (B): Direct mounting of fixtures, pushers and connectors

AirTAC ACQ40X10SB Cylinder Price Information

Price Reference (Same Series Comparison)

Note: Prices are market references as of April 2026. Actual prices may vary due to promotions, inventory, etc. Please confirm latest quotation with supplier before purchase.