Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X10S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X10S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø12mm bore, 10mm stroke and two guide rods with a fixing plate. The twin guides hold the platform non-rotating to within ±0.2° and carry lateral load a plain compact rod cannot, so it drives and guides a load in one unit.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, guided
- Non-rotating±0.2°
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X10S
The AirTAC TACQ12X10S is a double-acting JIS compact guided unit combining a 12mm bore ACQ body with twin stainless steel guide rods and a fixing plate. This setup yields a strict ±0.2° non-rotating accuracy at the retracted position, enabling the platform to carry lateral loads that a plain compact rod simply cannot manage.
Drive output mirrors a standard ACQ of identical bore size, delivering 56.5N push and 42.4N pull at 0.5MPa, because the twin shafts add stiffness rather than thrust. The integrated -S piston magnet supports reed or solid-state sensors via the body grooves, while fixed elastomer bumpers handle end-of-stroke deceleration across the 10mm travel.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X10S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, guided (non-rotating) |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.2° |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| 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 30 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC TACQ datasheet. Two guide rods carry lateral load and hold rotation to ±0.2°; do not apply reverse torque beyond the datasheet limit. Confirm against the product label before installation.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 57 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 79 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 12 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 TACQ12X10S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 TACQ12X10S Is Used
Small Component Pick-and-Place
Lifts and transfers tiny electronic parts on a PCB assembly line without rotational drift, ensuring the gripping head stays perfectly aligned.
Sensor Slide Positioning
Moves a vision camera into inspection position on a semiconductor handler, relying on the ±0.2° non-rotating tolerance for repeatable imaging.
Packaging Gate Stopper
Acts as a compact stopper gate on a lightweight product sorting conveyor, resisting side loads from passing cartons while cycling rapidly.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X10S the Right Cylinder?
This 12mm bore provides 56.5N push at 0.5MPa; sizing down is not available as this is the smallest bore, but stepping up to a 16mm unit raises push to 100.5N if your payload requires more force. Choose this specific model when you need to replace a separate linear guide and drive a load simultaneously within a very tight footprint. Keep external force concentric with the rod and verify the maximum allowable reverse torque for this 10mm stroke from the datasheet, as exceeding it will damage the guide rods. Confirm your ordering essentials: 12mm bore, 10mm stroke (under the 30mm max), S magnet, and PT thread.
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 TACQ12X10S FAQ
This 12mm bore double-acting cylinder delivers a push force of 56.5N and a pull force of 42.4N at 0.5MPa, with a push of 79.2N at 0.7MPa and a maximum push of 12kgf at 1.0MPa. The stroke is 10mm (maximum standard stroke is 30mm), and the twin guide rods provide a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.2°.
The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet compatible with both reed and electronic solid-state switches. Deceleration relies on fixed elastomer bumpers, not adjustable air cushions. The twin stainless steel guide rods handle lateral loads, but you must keep external force concentric with the rod and confirm the specific reverse torque limit for your stroke from the datasheet to prevent guide damage.
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