Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø100mm bore, 20mm 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.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizePT3/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, guided
- Non-rotating±0.15°
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S
The AirTAC TACQ100X20S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder integrating two chromed carbon steel guide rods with a fixing plate. It drives and guides heavy loads simultaneously, eliminating the need for a separate linear guide. The platform remains non-rotating to a tight ±0.15° tolerance at the retracted position.
Drive force equals a standard ACQ of the same bore, as the twin rods add stiffness rather than thrust. At 0.5 MPa it generates 3927 N push and 3524.8 N pull, scaling to 5497.8 N push at 0.7 MPa. It features a fixed NBR elastomer bumper at each end, PT3/8 ports, and an M20x2.5 rod-end thread. The included -S magnet enables position sensing with either reed or solid-state electronic switches.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 20 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø100mm)
| 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).
Model Code: Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | 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).
Where the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S Is Used
Heavy-Duty Press
Acts as a compact small press on automated stamping machines, utilizing the 3927 N push force while the twin rods maintain precise vertical alignment.
Pallet Stopper
Functions as a robust stopper gate on heavy pallet conveyors, absorbing lateral impact without rod deflection thanks to the rigid guide rods.
Large Part Pick-Place
Lifts and transfers heavy automotive components, ensuring the non-rotating ±0.15° tolerance keeps bulky fixtures perfectly oriented during transfer.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 100mm bore unit means prioritizing high thrust and lateral stability within a compact footprint. If your application requires less force, the Ø80 bore provides 2513.2 N push at 0.5 MPa. Since this is an edge bore in the series, no larger standard AirTAC compact guided size exists above it. Choose a plain ACQ if lateral load support and anti-rotation are unnecessary, or a double-rod ACQD if equal push-pull forces are required. Confirm ordering essentials: 100mm bore, 20mm stroke (under the 100mm max), -S magnet, and PT thread. Always verify the specific mass, speed, and reverse-torque limits from the datasheet, and ensure external forces are applied concentrically with the rod.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Lateral load / non-rotation needed?
- ✓ Moving mass and speed within chart
- ✓ Drive force at your pressure
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ No reverse torque on the guide rods
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Do not apply reverse torque above the datasheet limit.
- check Apply external force concentric with the rod.
- check Keep mass × speed within the performance chart.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ100X20S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, push is 3927 N and pull is 3524.8 N. Push at 0.7 MPa is 5497.8 N, with a maximum push of 801 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Non-rotating tolerance is ±0.15°. The maximum standard stroke for a 100mm bore is 100mm.
The twin chromed guide rods allow it to bear lateral loads, but reverse torque limits decrease with stroke length (order-of-magnitude ~11.85 N·m at 10mm down to ~5.77 N·m at 100mm)—always confirm the exact limit from the datasheet and never exceed it. For fail-safe load holding on air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve, as the fixed NBR bumper only decelerates near stroke end.
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