Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X40SAF
The AirTAC Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X40SAF 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 HLS16X40SAF
The AirTAC HLS16X40SAF is a double-acting dual-rod slide-table cylinder pairing an air cylinder with a cross-roller linear guide for high rigidity and minimal deflection. The moving table travels straight under offset loads, a floating joint protects the rods from side torque, and the dual-rod layout doubles thrust over a single-rod equivalent. With a 16 mm bore and 40 mm stroke, this unit fits moderate-thrust tasks needing short repeatable guided motion. This variant includes an adjustable rubber stopper on the retraction side only, giving end-position control at the return end.
This is a genuine AirTAC component with a standard sintered NdFeB magnet for position sensing. Sensor switches from the CMSH, DMSH, and EMSH ranges fit the body slots. We verify thrust, dimensions, allowable load, and moment data from the AirTAC datasheet or on-page spec table on request.
Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X40SAF Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac HLS Precision Slide Cylinder HLS16X40SAF |
|---|---|
| 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
The 16 mm bore delivers more thrust than the 6 or 8 mm options while staying compact; move to a larger bore for heavier push loads or a smaller bore for lighter-duty cycles. The HLS cross-roller guide is chosen when rigidity and precision are the priority over the anti-rust ball-bearing HLQ or the low-height HLF. Keep the 40 mm stroke within the HLS 16 mm bore stroke table. The AF adjuster places an adjustable rubber stopper on the retraction side only - useful when you need tuned return-end position but a standard bumper at the extension end. Thread is PT; G or NPT codes are listed separately.
Load, moment, and kinetic-energy sizing use the published Wmax, Emax, and moment tables along with deflection curves. Send us your load and moment figures and we will confirm against the datasheet before ordering.
Applications
Gripper Traverse
Carries a gripper across a 40 mm horizontal traverse where the retraction-side rubber stopper sets a precise home position for repeatable gripping cycles.
Probe Positioning
Advances a test probe or sensor into contact with a workpiece, the cross-roller guide ensuring the probe lands straight without yaw under side load.
Insertion Press
Light-duty pin or bush insertion where the 16 mm dual-rod bore provides repeatable push force and the retraction stopper controls the return gap.
FAQ
What is the difference between SA and AF adjuster codes on HLS?
SA places adjustable rubber stoppers at both ends. AF places the adjustable rubber stopper on the retraction side only, leaving the extension end with a standard bumper. Choose AF when you need tuned return position but not extension-end adjustment.
Can I run the HLS16 at 1.0 MPa?
No. Maximum working pressure is 0.7 MPa (100 psi). The operating range for bore 16 is 0.15-0.7 MPa (22-100 psi). Proof pressure is 1.2 MPa for validation only, not for continuous operation.