Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS12X40S
The AirTAC Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS12X40S is a genuine HLS slide-table cylinder, 12 mm bore: a double-acting dual-rod air cylinder integrated with a cross-roller guide so the table travels straight with high rigidity and low deflection. It delivers about 85 N of push at 0.5 MPa. A floating joint spares the rod from side torque; the magnet is fitted as standard.
- TypeSlide-table, double acting
- Guidecross-roller guide
- Bore12 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa85 N
- Operating pressure0.15 - 0.7 MPa (22 - 100 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper (+ shock-absorber option)
- Magnet / sensorStandard; CMSH/DMSH/EMSH
- ThreadPT
About the Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS12X40S
The AirTAC HLS12X40S is a dual-rod, double-acting slide table cylinder that integrates an air cylinder with a cross-roller linear guide so the moving table travels in a precise straight line. The cross-roller bearing set delivers high rigidity, low deflection, and excellent load capacity compared with ball-bearing guides. A 12 mm bore with a 40 mm stroke provides moderate thrust, and the dual-rod design doubles that thrust versus a single-rod unit. A floating joint protects the rods from side torque so the guide bearings are not subjected to bending loads.
This is a genuine AirTAC part with a standard sintered NdFeB magnet fitted for position sensing. Compatible sensor switches include AirTAC CMSH, DMSH, and EMSH series, which seat into the magnetic-switch slots on the cylinder body. Typical materials include an aluminium-alloy body and table, carbon-steel and stainless rods, NBR seals, a TPU bumper, and the sintered NdFeB magnet. We confirm exact thrust, dimensions, and allowable load-moment values from the AirTAC datasheet or the on-page spec table on request.
Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS12X40S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS12X40S |
|---|---|
| Type | Slide-table cylinder, double acting, dual rod |
| Series / guide | HLS (cross-roller guide) |
| Bore | 12 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 85 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 - 0.7 MPa (22 - 100 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.2 MPa (175 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 50 - 500 mm/s (meter-out) |
| Cushion | Bumper; shock-absorber / adjustable-stopper options |
| Magnet / sensor | Standard; CMSH, DMSH, EMSH |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC HL slide-table data. Max working pressure is 0.7 MPa. The table rides on an integrated linear guide — do not apply strong impact or large moment. Allowable load and moment are published as tables and curves, and overall dimensions vary per stroke — ask us and we confirm from the datasheet.
How to choose
Choose a larger bore for more thrust; the 12 mm bore on the HLS12X40S suits applications needing moderate push force in a compact guided slide. The cross-roller guide (HLS) is preferred when maximum rigidity and precision are required, versus the ball-bearing HLQ for anti-rust dust-proof duty or the low-height HLF. The 40 mm stroke must be within the bore 12 stroke range listed in the catalog table.
This model has a basic bumper cushion with no adjuster option. If you need an adjustable rubber stopper or shock absorber, see the HLS12X40SA (both ends) or HLS12X40SB (shock absorber) variants. Thread is PT (metric tapered) as standard; G or NPT thread options are available on request. Route load, moment, and kinetic-energy sizing to us - these are published as tables and deflection curves in the datasheet.
Applications
Pick-and-Place Head
Guides a small vacuum pickup head through 40 mm of precise linear travel for component placement on PCBs or micro-assemblies.
Small-Parts Transfer
Moves lightweight workpieces between conveyor stations with repeatable positioning thanks to the cross-roller guide.
Assembly Stage Slide
Positions a sub-assembly fixture for a joining operation where low deflection and straight-line accuracy are critical.
FAQ
What is the difference between the HLS cross-roller guide and the HLQ ball-bearing guide?
The HLS uses cross-roller bearings for maximum rigidity, precision, and load capacity. The HLQ uses ball bearings and is designed for anti-rust, dust-proof environments. Both share the same bore and stroke options in the 12 mm size.
What is the maximum operating pressure for the HLS12X40S?
The maximum working pressure is 0.7 MPa (100 psi). For bore 12, the operating pressure range is 0.15-0.7 MPa (22-100 psi). Use meter-out speed control to keep travel speed within 50-500 mm/s.