Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X5S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X5S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø12mm bore, 5mm 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
- Stroke5 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 TACQ12X5S
The AirTAC TACQ12X5S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring a 12mm bore and 5mm stroke. It integrates two stainless steel guide rods with a fixing plate to drive and guide a load simultaneously, effectively replacing a separate linear guide. The twin-rod mechanism ensures non-rotating accuracy of ±0.2° at the retracted position, absorbing lateral loads that a plain compact rod cannot handle.
Drive force mirrors a standard ACQ of the same diameter, delivering 56.5N push and 42.4N pull at 0.5MPa, because the guides add structural stiffness rather than thrust. This unit includes the S magnet for position sensing, compatible with reed or solid-state switches. It uses fixed elastomer TPU bumpers for end-of-stroke deceleration and features an M5x0.8 port with an M3x0.5 rod-end thread.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X5S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X5S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 TACQ12X5S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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 TACQ12X5S Is Used
Micro Pick-and-Place Head
Ideal for mounting tiny electronic component grippers where strict ±0.2° non-rotation is critical during vertical placement.
Sensor Slide Adjustment
Provides stable lateral load support for moving small vision camera modules into inspection positions without separate rails.
PCB Edge Stopper
Acts as a precise guide stop on conveyor lines, holding flexible circuit boards firmly against lateral deflection.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ12X5S the Right Cylinder?
For 56.5N push at 0.5MPa, this 12mm bore is the smallest available; stepping up to a 16mm bore yields 100.5N. If your application does not require anti-rotation or lateral load support, a plain ACQ12 cylinder offers the same drive force in a lighter footprint. When ordering, confirm the 5mm stroke is within the 30mm maximum, specify the S magnet, and verify PT threading. Always check the mass and speed limits, and confirm the allowable reverse torque for this specific 5mm stroke from the datasheet, ensuring any external force is applied concentric 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 TACQ12X5S FAQ
It delivers 56.5N push and 42.4N pull at 0.5MPa, 79.2N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum push of 12kgf at 1.0MPa. The maximum standard stroke for a 12mm bore is 30mm, and the non-rotating tolerance is ±0.2°.
No, a standard ACQ-type guided cylinder does not hold its load on air loss. The rod drifts and the fixed elastomer bumper only decelerates near the stroke end. For a fail-safe hold, use an external rod lock. Also, never exceed the reverse torque limit, which decreases with stroke length—confirm the exact value from the datasheet.
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