Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X40SA
The AirTAC Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X40SA 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 HLS16X40SA
The AirTAC HLS16X40SA is a double-acting dual-rod slide-table cylinder that integrates an air cylinder with a cross-roller linear guide. The cross-roller guide gives the moving table high rigidity and low deflection, so the workpiece travels straight even under offset loads. A floating joint spares the rods from side torque, and the dual-rod design doubles the thrust compared with a single-rod cylinder of the same bore. The 16 mm bore and 40 mm stroke suit moderate-thrust applications needing short, repeatable guided travel. This model includes adjustable rubber stoppers at both ends for controlled end-of-stroke positioning.
This is a genuine AirTAC part with a standard sintered NdFeB magnet fitted for position sensing. Compatible sensor switches include CMSH, DMSH, and EMSH series, which seat in the magnetic-switch slots on the body. We confirm exact thrust, dimensions, allowable load, and moment values from the AirTAC datasheet or on-page spec table on request.
Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X40SA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X40SA |
|---|---|
| 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
A 16 mm bore gives higher thrust than the smaller 6 or 8 mm bores while remaining compact for mid-range guided tasks; choose a larger bore if you need more push, or a smaller bore for lighter duty. The HLS cross-roller guide is the right pick when rigidity and precision matter more than cost, compared with the ball-bearing HLQ or the low-height HLF. Stroke selection must stay within the HLS 16 mm bore stroke table. This model carries the A adjuster - adjustable rubber stoppers at both ends - giving you end-position tuning without adding shock absorbers. Thread is PT (tapered pipe thread); G or NPT are available under different codes.
For load and moment sizing, the published Wmax, Emax, and moment tables plus deflection curves apply. Route your specific load, moment, and kinetic-energy figures to us and we will confirm against the datasheet before you order.
Applications
Pick-and-Place Head
Mounts a small gripper for precise vertical or horizontal pick-and-place of electronic components on a 40 mm guided stroke with rubber-stopper end control.
Parts Transfer Stopper
Positions as a temporary stop or pusher on a conveyor line, using the cross-roller guide to hold straightness against side load from passing workpieces.
Assembly Stage Push
Feeds a part into an assembly station on a rigid 16 mm bore dual-rod table, with adjustable rubber stoppers setting the exact push distance.
FAQ
What does the SA suffix mean on HLS16X40SA?
S indicates a magnet is fitted (standard on the whole line). A means adjustable rubber stoppers are included at both the extension and retraction ends, letting you fine-tune end-of-stroke position without shock absorbers. The thread is PT (tapered).
What is the maximum operating pressure for the HLS16 bore?
Maximum working pressure is 0.7 MPa (100 psi). The operating range for bore 16 is 0.15-0.7 MPa (22-100 psi). Never exceed 0.7 MPa. Meter-out speed control keeps travel between 50 and 500 mm/s.