
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X100S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø100mm bore, 100mm stroke and two guide rods with a fixing plate. The twin guides hold the platform non-rotating to within ±0.15° and carry lateral load a plain compact rod cannot, so it drives and guides a load in one unit.
The AirTAC TACQ100X100S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring a 100mm bore and 100mm stroke. It integrates two chromed carbon steel guide rods with a fixing plate to drive and guide a load simultaneously, eliminating the need for an external linear guide. The platform restricts rotation to a tight ±0.15° tolerance and safely carries lateral loads that a standard plain rod cannot withstand.
Drive force mirrors a standard ACQ of identical bore size, meaning the guide rods contribute stiffness rather than extra thrust. At 0.5 MPa, it generates 3927N of push force and 3524.8N of pull force, utilizing a PT3/8 port and an M20x2.5 female rod-end thread. End-of-travel deceleration relies on fixed NBR elastomer bumpers, and the pre-installed magnet supports both reed and solid-state electronic switches.
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X100S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, guided (non-rotating) |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.15° |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| 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 |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 100 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC TACQ datasheet. Two guide rods carry lateral load and hold rotation to ±0.15°; do not apply reverse torque beyond the datasheet limit. Confirm against the product label before installation.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3927 N | 3525 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 801 kgf | |
Drive force equals a standard ACQ of the same bore — the guide rods add stiffness, not thrust. Keep moving mass and speed within the datasheet chart (rated at 0.5 MPa).
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch sensing (omit = none). |
| thread | Blank = PT; G or NPT available. |
The guide plate replaces a separate rod-thread option. Related: ACQ (plain single rod), ACQD (double rod), ACQJ (adjustable stroke).
Drives large automotive subcomponents into housings on an assembly line, using the twin guide rods to absorb pressing reaction torque without twisting.
Acts as a robust stop mechanism for heavy pallets on a packaging conveyor, maintaining precise vertical alignment under high lateral impact.
Transfers bulky electronics or machine panels between processing stations, ensuring the load remains perfectly flat and non-rotating during transit.
When sizing this 100mm bore unit, consider the adjacent options: the 80mm bore yields 2513.2N push, while there is no larger standard bore in this series. If your application only requires straightforward axial movement without lateral load or anti-rotation, a plain ACQ cylinder saves space and weight. For higher eccentric load capacity, a double-rod ACQD might be required. Ensure your ordering essentials are correct: 100mm bore, 100mm stroke (the maximum standard for this size), the S magnet option, and PT thread. Always verify the mass and speed limits, and confirm the specific reverse torque limit for your stroke from the official datasheet to prevent mechanical failure.
Quick checklist
It delivers 3927N push and 3524.8N pull at 0.5 MPa, 5497.8N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum push of 801 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The port is PT3/8, the rod-end thread is M20x2.5, and the non-rotating tolerance is ±0.15°. The maximum standard stroke is 100mm.
It uses fixed NBR elastomer bumpers for end-of-stroke deceleration, not adjustable air cushions. It does not hold its load on air loss; use an external rod lock for fail-safe holding. The max reverse torque decreases with stroke length (roughly 11.85 N·m at 10mm down to 5.77 N·m at 100mm) and you must confirm the exact limit from the datasheet. Always apply external force concentric with the rod.
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