Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S
The AirTAC Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 30mm stroke on twin guide rods. Its integrated brass sliding bearing gives high radial-load and impact resistance — about double the horizontal impact tolerance of a plain cylinder, holding the tool square to ±0.06° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port size1/8"
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.06°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S
The AirTAC B02-TCM32X30S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder built for welding-line automation. The B02- prefix marks this as a welding-industry dedicated variant of the base TCM32X30S, meaning it is mechanically identical to the standard unit but targeted at fixturing and clamping in robot weld cells. As a double-acting drive, it generates 402 N of push and 302 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 16 mm piston rod on 1/8" ports.
Twin guide rods housed in a brass sliding bearing carry the radial load and torque, eliminating the need for an external linear rail. This brass bearing is the core advantage in a weld cell: it shrugs off dust, grit, and hard knocks where a steel-ball linear guide would jam or wear prematurely. The guide yields a tight ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance, keeping a clamping arm or fixture plate perfectly square under off-centre loads. Stroke terminations rely on fixed rubber TPU bumpers rather than an adjustable air cushion, absorbing the impact at both ends without any cushion screws to tune. Furthermore, the standard built-in magnet enables position feedback via CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots.
Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Brass sliding bearing |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 500 mm/s |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.06° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 250 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC TCL/TCM series datasheet (JIS standard). Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT (blank) / G / NPT. Every TC model ships with a built-in magnet for sensor switches.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 302 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max | 82 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø16 mm); the twin guide rods carry side load and torque, not thrust. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure.
Model Code: Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL32X30 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S Is Used
Robot Weld Cell Clamp
Secures heavy steel assemblies for spot welding. The brass sliding bearing tolerates weld spatter and debris, delivering 402 N of clamping force without jamming.
Off-Centre Fixture Slide
Indexes a holding fixture into the weld position. The ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance keeps the plate aligned under offset loads, absorbing side thrust.
Gritty Transfer Line Gate
Acts as a stopping gate for parts moving into the welding booth. The twin guide rods endure repeated horizontal impacts that would destroy a plain cylinder.
Is the Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 32 mm bore provides 402 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If your weld-cell fixture requires less force, stepping down to a 25 mm bore yields roughly 245 N of push; conversely, moving up to a 40 mm bore provides 628 N for heavier clamping duties. If your application demands exceptionally low-friction movement or high vertical load capacity rather than impact resistance, the sister TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing is the better choice. Keep in mind that the guide prevents rotation, not gravity: if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, the rod will drift, so an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required for fail-safe load holding. Replacement parts must match the 32 mm bore, 30 mm stroke, 1/8" port, PT thread form, and standard S magnet.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Side load / torque the guide must carry
- ✓ TCL (precision, low friction) vs TCM (impact, radial load)
- ✓ Stroke & mounting face (top / bottom / rear)
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/NPT/G)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check The guide unit takes side load & torque — but do not exceed the max safe load/torque for your stroke.
- check Mount from the top, bottom (screw or T-slot) or rear face; use the precision locating holes.
- check Do not disassemble the fixing block or guide unit — factory-set precision.
- check Fit CS1 / DS1 magnetic switches in the four sensor slots as needed.
Airtac B02-TCM Welding Dedicated Triple-Axis Cylinder B02-TCM32X30S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 402 N of push and 302 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 563 N, with a theoretical maximum force of 82 kgf. The operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa, and the cylinder operates at speeds between 30 and 500 mm/s.
The B02- prefix designates this as a welding-industry dedicated variant of the TCM32X30S; mechanically, the bore, stroke, and materials are identical to the base model. It does not have adjustable air cushions; instead, fixed rubber TPU bumpers at each end soften the stroke termination.
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