AirTAC Pneumatics
AirTAC TACE Series Non-Rotating Compact Cylinders
AirTAC TACE is the non-rotating twin-guide version of the ISO 21287 ACE compact cylinder, spanning 12-100 mm bores for tooling that must stay square under side load.
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The AirTAC TACE series is a double-acting compact cylinder with twin guide rods on a yoke plate that prevent the working rod and attached tooling from rotating. It carries side load directly, so a gripper or plate stays square without an external linear guide. The short hard-anodized aluminium body and S45C hard-chrome rod keep the envelope compact while the two-way seal and fixed TPU bumper at both ends provide reliable deceleration.
Available in 10 bores from 12 to 100 mm, TACE covers a push force class of about 57 N at bore 12 up to 3927 N at bore 100 (at 0.5 MPa). Ports are M5x0.8 for bores 12-25, 1/8 inch for 32-63, and 1/4 inch for 80-100. Speed range is 30-500 mm/s. The magnet option (-S) enables position sensing with CMSE/DMSE switches. TACE meets ISO 21287 compact cylinder dimensions; it is not a tie-rod or ISO 15552 cylinder. Note that the twin guides do not lock: on air loss the piston drifts, so for load holding add a rod lock or pilot check valve.
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Typical Applications
Pick-and-place gripper orientation
In a pick-and-place module, a TACE cylinder with twin guide rods keeps the gripper fingers from rotating, so parts stay aligned during transfer. The 12-25 mm bores fit tight spaces on assembly cells.
Pressing and stamping dies
For a small press or stamping die, TACE bores 32-63 mm provide a straight, non-rotating stroke that holds the punch square to the die, reducing wear on tooling. The fixed TPU bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact.
Conveyor stop gates
On a conveyor line, a TACE cylinder with a side-mounted stop plate resists the side force of moving products without a separate guide, keeping the stop vertical. Bores 40-80 mm offer the needed push force.
Lab vial capping station
In a vial capping machine, TACE's non-rotating rod keeps the capping head aligned with the vial neck, preventing cross-threading. The compact body fits under the capping spindle, and the -S magnet option confirms the head position.
How to Choose the Right Model
Choose TACE when your compact cylinder application needs non-rotation and side-load capacity without a separate guide. Match the bore to the required push force: smaller bores (12-25 mm) suit light pick-and-place, while larger bores (63-100 mm) handle heavier tooling. Confirm the stroke length, port thread, mounting style, and whether you need the -S magnet option for sensors.
If you do not need non-rotation, the plain ACE series is the simpler double-acting option. For double-rod non-rotating needs, use TACED; for double-rod without non-rotation, use ACED. If your application requires a tie-rod or ISO 15552 interface, step out of the TACE series to the appropriate AirTAC family. Always verify bore, stroke, port, mounting, and magnet option against your system.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and available mounting space
- ✓ Port / thread type (PT / NPT / G)
- ✓ Sensor / magnet option (-S)?
- ✓ Side load — consider a guided model
Frequently Asked Questions
At 0.5 MPa supply, the push force spans about 57 N at 12 mm bore to 3927 N at 100 mm bore. Pull force is slightly lower. Speed range is 30-500 mm/s. Confirm exact force for your bore and pressure from the datasheet.
TACE is the non-rotating twin-guide version of the ACE compact cylinder. ACE is plain double-acting. TACED is non-rotating with a double rod, and ACED is double rod without non-rotation. Choose TACE when you need to prevent rotation and carry side load; choose TACED if you need equal force both directions with non-rotation.
No. The twin guides prevent rotation and carry side load, but they do not lock the piston. On air loss the piston drifts. For load holding, add a mechanical rod lock or a pilot check valve in the circuit.
No. TACE follows ISO 21287 compact cylinder dimensions, not ISO 15552. It is not a tie-rod cylinder. For ISO 15552 applications, select a different AirTAC series that meets that standard. TACE is a genuine AirTAC product; standard models are typically in stock for fast RFQ.
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