CQ2B16-10DM: Compact Thin Cylinder, The Space-Saving Power Output Unit

Product Positioning
The CQ2B16-10DM is a thin/compact type cylinder from SMC’s CQ2 Series. Featuring a double-acting, single-rod design, it is a standard cylinder that significantly reduces axial height. It encapsulates powerful linear driving force within a flattened, square-profile body, specifically designed for automation equipment workstations where installation space is limited but reliable force output is required. It is an ideal actuator for electronics assembly, precision machinery, packaging, and medical devices.

Core Highlights: Thin and Compact, Lightweight and Reliable
Thin Design for Significant Space Savings
Compared to traditional cylinders, the axial height is drastically reduced. The square body and flat profile allow for easy installation in confined spaces, particularly suitable for applications with tight clearances within equipment or limited headroom.

Double-Acting for Ample Thrust
The double-acting design uses compressed air to power both the advance and retract strokes, ensuring responsive and controllable motion.
With a Φ16mm bore, it provides stable output thrust/traction under standard air pressure (at 0.5 MPa, theoretical thrust is approx. 100 N (extending) / 80 N (retracting)), meeting the requirements of light to medium load applications.

Lightweight Design for Energy Savings
Compared to the conventional CQ2 series, weight is reduced by 5% to 13%. This significantly lowers moving mass, improves response speed, and reduces the overall load on the equipment, enabling energy-efficient and high-speed operation.

Rod End Male Thread for Easy Installation
The suffix “M” in the model number denotes a rod end male thread. The piston rod tip features a standard male thread (M6 x 1), facilitating direct connection to various tooling fixtures and attachments.

Flexible Mounting for Easy Integration
The mounting type is basic type (B: Through-hole type). The square body features through-hole mounting points, allowing fixation to equipment from multiple directions.
The body design accommodates the installation of small auto switches (for Φ12-Φ25 bore sizes, switches can be mounted on two sides). When installed, the switches do not protrude from the body surface, saving space and protecting them from impact.

Wide Operating Range, Stable Performance
With an operating pressure range of 0.07 to 1.0 MPa and a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa, it adapts to various conditions from low-pressure startup to medium/high-pressure operation.
The operating piston speed of 50 to 500 mm/s meets the cycle time requirements of most automation applications.

Model Number Decoding

Code	Meaning	Description
CQ2	Series Code	SMC CQ2 Series Thin / Compact Cylinder
B	Mounting Type	Through-hole type (Standard)
16	Bore Size	16 mm
10	Cylinder Stroke	10 mm
DM	Options	*Note: According to multiple search results, the magnetic switch presence for CQ2B16-10DM is explicitly “None”. In standard SMC nomenclature, “D” usually indicates “With Built-in Magnet”, but this model appears to be a non-magnet version. It is recommended to verify with official specifications.*
	Built-in Magnet	None
	Rod End Option	Rod End Male Thread (Inferred from “M”)

Specifications Overview

Parameter	Specification	Source
Model	CQ2B16-10DM
Series	CQ2
Type	Thin / Compact Cylinder
Action Type	Double-Acting
Rod Type	Single Rod
Bore Size	16 mm
Stroke	10 mm
Built-in Magnet	None
Mounting Type	Basic (Through-hole type)
Cushion Type	None (Rubber bumper)
Port Size	M5 x 0.8
Piston Rod Thread	M6 x 1 (Male thread)
Operating Pressure Range	0.07 to 1.0 MPa
Proof Pressure	1.5 MPa
Operating Piston Speed	50 to 500 mm/s
Ambient / Fluid Temperature	-10 to 60°C (No freezing)
Lubrication	Non-lube type
Body Material	Aluminum Alloy (Body), Steel (Piston rod)
Weight	Approx. 0.058 kg (58g)

Structure and Features
According to SMC technical data, key features of the CQ2 series construction include:

• Integrated Body Design: The cylinder barrel and the head end cover are integrated into a single die-cast unit, resulting in a compact and robust structure.
• Square Body: Facilitates mounting on multiple sides, enhancing integration flexibility.
• Switch Mounting Grooves: For Φ12-Φ25 bore sizes, grooves are provided on two sides for mounting auto switches. Switches do not protrude from the body surface, protecting them from impact.
• Mounting Screws Included: Some models include mounting screws, simplifying procurement and installation.

Application Scenarios

• Electronics Assembly: PCB positioning, component pressing, small workpiece pick-and-place.
• Precision Machinery: Micro-clamp actuation, detection probe advance/retract, limiting stops.
• Packaging Machinery: Labeler head pressing, small parts pushing, carton folding.
• Medical Equipment: Test tube pushing, reagent carrier transfer, sample positioning.
• Automation Retrofits: Workstations within existing equipment where space is extremely tight.
• Multi-Station Integration: Applications requiring dense, side-by-side mounting of multiple cylinders.

Summary: A Reliable Power Source in a Thin Profile
The CQ2B16-10DM thin cylinder, with its flattened design and significant space-saving characteristics, resolves the core conflict in automation of “limited space requiring reliable linear power.” It delivers ample output force with a Φ16mm bore, reduces system burden through lightweight construction, simplifies load connection with a rod end male thread, and enhances integration flexibility with through-hole mounting. Choosing the CQ2B16-10DM means equipping your machine with a thin, compact, lightweight, reliable, and easily integrated “invisible power arm”—a smart choice for maximizing space utilization and enhancing equipment performance.

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