Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X20SBF
The AirTAC Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X20SBF is a genuine HLS slide-table cylinder, 16 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 151 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
- Bore16 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa151 N
- Operating pressure0.15 - 0.7 MPa (22 - 100 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper (+ shock-absorber option)
- Magnet / sensorStandard; CMSH/DMSH/EMSH
- ThreadPT
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X20SBF
The HLS16X20SBF is a genuine AirTAC cross-roller slide-table cylinder that pairs an air cylinder with a high-rigidity cross-roller linear guide. The dual-rod construction doubles thrust and a floating joint isolates the rods from side torque so the table travels straight with low deflection. At bore 16 and 20 mm stroke this model gives moderate thrust in a compact envelope, and the BF adjuster adds a shock absorber on the retraction side for controlled deceleration at the return end of stroke.
This slide table is magnet-fitted as standard with magnetic-switch slots on the body for CMSH, DMSH or EMSH sensors. We confirm the exact thrust, dimensions, allowable load and moment from the AirTAC datasheet or the on-page spec table on request.
Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X20SBF Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X20SBF |
|---|---|
| Type | Slide-table cylinder, double acting, dual rod |
| Series / guide | HLS (cross-roller guide) |
| Bore | 16 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 151 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
Match the bore to your thrust need: larger bores deliver more push, and the on-page spec table lists verified thrust for each size. Choose the stroke from the bore 16 published stroke range for your required travel. The HLS cross-roller guide is the preferred option when rigidity and precision matter; HLQ ball-bearing tables are better for anti-rust or dust-proof settings. The BF adjuster places a shock absorber on the retraction side only; if you need cushioning on both ends select the B option, or for extension-side only choose BS. Route any load and moment sizing to us so we can check the published Wmax, Emax and deflection curves for your application.
Applications
Gripper Traverse
Moves a gripper carrier along a 20 mm stroke for part pick-up and release, with the retraction-side shock absorber softening the return stop.
Workpiece Stop-and-Release
Acts as a guided stopper that extends to halt a part and retracts to release it, with shock-absorber cushioning on the return stroke.
Clamp Actuation Stage
Drives a small clamping jaw against a workpiece using dual-rod guided thrust, retracting smoothly under shock-absorber control.
FAQ
What does the BF adjuster code mean on this model?
BF indicates a shock absorber fitted on the retraction side only. The B code places shock absorbers on both ends, BS on the extension side only. Rubber-stopper equivalents are A (both ends), AS (extension side) and AF (retraction side). Shock-absorber types are not offered on bore 6.
What load and moment can the HLS16 handle?
Allowable load, moment and kinetic energy are published as Wmax, Emax and moment tables with deflection curves in the AirTAC datasheet. We confirm those values against your application on request. The maximum working pressure is 0.7 MPa and the operating range for bore 16 is 0.15 to 0.7 MPa (22 to 100 psi).