Airtac B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S
The AirTAC B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 75mm 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.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke75 mm
- Port size1/8"
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.06°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S
The B06-TCM40X75S is an AirTAC JIS guided twin-rod cylinder configured specifically for battery manufacturing lines, where the B06- prefix denotes a dedicated industry variant that is mechanically identical to the standard TCM40X75S. It uses a double-acting drive piston integrated between two guide rods supported by brass sliding bearings. This construction shrugs off grit and hard knocks, offering about twice the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. Generating 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa, it handles substantial side loads without needing an external linear rail.
Precision is maintained under off-centre loads via a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.06°, keeping grippers or tooling plates square during cell stacking and handling. The Ø16 mm piston rod is driven through 1/8" ports, while two independent upper and side port groups let you route plumbing cleanly in tight battery assembly cells. Stroke termination relies on fixed TPU bumpers at each end, absorbing the stop without requiring any air-cushion adjustment screw.
Airtac B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 75 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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max | 128 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 B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×75 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL40X75 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking Press
Pushes prismatic cells into modules with 628 N of force at 0.5 MPa. The brass sliding bearing tolerates abrasive dust and minor misalignments during high-speed stacking without jamming.
Module Pallet Stopper
Halts heavy battery module pallets on a transfer line. The twin guide rods absorb the 880 N peak impact load at 0.7 MPa, while the ±0.06° anti-rotation tolerance keeps the stopper blade square.
Tab Welding Clamp
Positions a welding head for battery tab joining. Fixed TPU bumpers damp the stroke ends without needing adjustment, and the 1/8" ports provide rapid actuation for high-cycle production.
Is the Airtac B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 40 mm bore, stepping down to a Ø32 yields roughly 402 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas moving up to a Ø50 provides 982 N. Choose this model when your battery line tooling requires high radial load capacity and impact tolerance in a dusty environment. If the task instead demands low-friction, high-precision vertical movement, the sister TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing is the better fit. To replace this unit, match the 40 mm bore, 75 mm stroke, 1/8" PT ports, and the standard S magnet.
Keep in mind that the twin guide rods prevent rotation but will not hold a load vertically if air pressure is lost or the valve is centred. For fail-safe positioning of a heavy battery pack, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 B06-TCM Battery-Specific Cylinder B06-TCM40X75S FAQ
This 40 mm bore cylinder generates 628 N of push and 528 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 880 N. The theoretical maximum force is 128 kgf.
The B06- prefix indicates this is an AirTAC battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the TCM40X75S, sharing identical mechanical specs. It uses fixed rubber TPU bumpers at each end to soften stops; it does not have adjustable air cushions or cushion screws.
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