Single Rod Double Acting Cylinder CQ2A12-30D SMC 12mm Bore 30mm Stroke
Product Description:
The SMC CQ2A Series ultra-compact cylinders provide precise linear motion for applications with limited space. With a 12mm bore size and stroke options ranging from 5mm to 50mm, these double-acting single-rod cylinders are 30% shorter than standard cylinders while maintaining robust performance. Made from aerospace-grade aluminum with hard anodization, they operate at 0.05-1.0MPa (7-145 psi) to deliver a maximum thrust of 90N.
Pre-lubricated seals ensure maintenance-free operation, and integrated magnetic fields facilitate sensor mounting. The cylinders are compatible with SMC's modular accessory system, which includes guides, valves, and mounting brackets.
Features:
Ultra-Compact: 24mm width, 40% shorter than ISO cylinders (e.g., 82mm @50mm stroke)
Lightweight: Topology-optimized aluminum body (0.15kg @50mm stroke)
Modular Integration: Direct mounting with MXS guides/VQ valves
Balanced Thrust: 90N±3% bidirectional force @1.0MPa
High Speed: 500mm/s operation, 0.15s response time @50mm stroke
Adjustable Cushioning: Optional hydraulic damper (0.043J absorption)
Wide Temp. Option: -XB6 seals for -40~150°C (-40~302°F) operation
Corrosion Resistance: -XC6 stainless steel kit (SUS304 rod)
IP65 Protection: -XC4 dual wipers for dust/dirt environments
4-Side Sensor Slots: Compatible with D-M9N sensors (Φ3.5mm slot)
8 Mounting Styles: Pre-loaded screws for A/L/D-type configurations
Stroke Adjustment: ±5mm travel modification with -XC8 module
Hard Anodized Bore: 25μm coating, 3× wear resistance
Hard Chrome Plated Rod: 0.02mm thickness, μ≤0.15 friction coefficient
Zero-Leakage Seals: X271 FKM compound, <0.1mL/min leakage @0.5MPa
Applications:
Electronics Manufacturing
Micro-Component Handling: Short-stroke models ranging from 5-15mm are utilized for precision pick-and-place of 0201 SMD components in PCB assembly, achieving repeatability within ±0.05mm.
Laser Marking Systems: Marking heads are driven with 20-30mm strokes and position feedback via D-M9N sensors, ensuring alignment accuracy with less than 0.1mm deviation.
Medical & Laboratory Equipment
Diagnostic Sample Transfer: Variants with strokes between 35-50mm and -XC6 stainless steel kits are used for handling biological samples in analyzers, thus preventing contamination in FDA-compliant environments.
Reagent Dispensing: Operating at low pressure (0.05MPa), achieving precise 0.1mL fluid dosing accuracy in IVD instruments through the use of 10mm stroke units.
Compact Automation Cells
Optical Inspection: Cylinders with 40mm strokes position AOI cameras at speeds adjust from 50-200mm/s, minimizing vibration during high-magnification imaging.
Robotic End-Effectors: Integrated with collaborative robots for lightweight part insertion, equipped with 25mm stroke and M3 rod threads, operated under 0.5s cycle times.
Packaging Machinery
High-Speed Cutting: 50mm strokes are utilized to actuate blades in film-sealing systems, completing cuts in 0.2s at 1.0MPa with hydraulic cushioning for shock reduction.
Label Alignment: Versions featuring 15mm strokes and -DZ mounting ears correct label position deviations of ≤0.3mm in pharmaceutical blister packaging lines.
Case Study: A medical device manufacturer achieved a 42% reduction in machine thickness by implementing the CQ2A12-30DMZ with 4-side sensors, leading to a 70% decrease in downtime in cartridge loading systems.
| CQ2A12-5D | CQ2B12-5D | CDQ2A12-5D | CDQ2B12-5D |
| CQ2A12-10D | CQ2B12-10D | CDQ2A12-10D | CDQ2B12-10D |
| CQ2A12-15D | CQ2B12-15D | CDQ2A12-15D | CDQ2B12-15D |
| CQ2A12-20D | CQ2B12-20D | CDQ2A12-20D | CDQ2B12-20D |
| CQ2A12-25D | CQ2B12-25D | CDQ2A12-25D | CDQ2B12-25D |
| CQ2A12-30D | CQ2B12-30D | CDQ2A12-30D | CDQ2B12-30D |
| CQ2A12-35D | CQ2B12-35D | CDQ2A12-35D | CDQ2B12-35D |
| CQ2A12-40D | CQ2B12-40D | CDQ2A12-40D | CDQ2B12-40D |
| CQ2A12-45D | CQ2B12-45D | CDQ2A12-45D | CDQ2B12-45D |
| CQ2A12-50D | CQ2B12-50D | CDQ2A12-50D | CDQ2B12-50D |
| CQ2A12-5DM | CQ2B12-5DM | CDQ2A12-5DM | CDQ2B12-5DM |
| CQ2A12-10DM | CQ2B12-10DM | CDQ2A12-10DM | CDQ2B12-10DM |
| CQ2A12-15DM | CQ2B12-15DM | CDQ2A12-15DM | CDQ2B12-15DM |
| CQ2A12-20DM | CQ2B12-20DM | CDQ2A12-20DM | CDQ2B12-20DM |
| CQ2A12-25DM | CQ2B12-25DM | CDQ2A12-25DM | CDQ2B12-25DM |
| CQ2A12-30DM | CQ2B12-30DM | CDQ2A12-30DM | CDQ2B12-30DM |
| CQ2A12-35DM | CQ2B12-35DM | CDQ2A12-35DM | CDQ2B12-35DM |
| CQ2A12-40DM | CQ2B12-40DM | CDQ2A12-40DM | CDQ2B12-40DM |
| CQ2A12-45DM | CQ2B12-45DM | CDQ2A12-45DM | CDQ2B12-45DM |
| CQ2A12-50DM | CQ2B12-50DM | CDQ2A12-50DM | CDQ2B12-50DM |
| CQ2A12-5DZ | CQ2B12-5DZ | CDQ2A12-5DZ | CDQ2B12-5DZ |
| CQ2A12-10DZ | CQ2B12-10DZ | CDQ2A12-10DZ | CDQ2B12-10DZ |
| CQ2A12-15DZ | CQ2B12-15DZ | CDQ2A12-15DZ | CDQ2B12-15DZ |
| CQ2A12-20DZ | CQ2B12-20DZ | CDQ2A12-20DZ | CDQ2B12-20DZ |
| CQ2A12-25DZ | CQ2B12-25DZ | CDQ2A12-25DZ | CDQ2B12-25DZ |
| CQ2A12-30DZ | CQ2B12-30DZ | CDQ2A12-30DZ | CDQ2B12-30DZ |
| CQ2A12-35DZ | CQ2B12-35DZ | CDQ2A12-35DZ | CDQ2B12-35DZ |
| CQ2A12-40DZ | CQ2B12-40DZ | CDQ2A12-40DZ | CDQ2B12-40DZ |
| CQ2A12-45DZ | CQ2B12-45DZ | CDQ2A12-45DZ | CDQ2B12-45DZ |
| CQ2A12-50DZ | CQ2B12-50DZ | CDQ2A12-50DZ | CDQ2B12-50DZ |
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