Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X10S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X10S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 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 TACQ16X10S
The AirTAC TACQ16X10S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring a 16mm bore and 10mm stroke. It integrates two stainless steel guide rods with a fixing plate to drive and guide your load simultaneously, effectively replacing a separate linear guide. The dual-rod mechanism ensures non-rotating accuracy of ±0.2° and supports lateral loads that a standard plain rod cannot handle.
Drive force remains identical to a standard ACQ of this bore, as the guides add stiffness rather than thrust. At 0.5 MPa, it provides 100.5N push and 75.4N pull force. The unit uses an M5x0.8 port, an M4x0.7 female rod-end thread, and fixed elastomer TPU bumpers for end-of-stroke deceleration. The included S magnet works with both reed and electronic solid-state switches for position sensing.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X10S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 75 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 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 TACQ16X10S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 TACQ16X10S Is Used
Pick-and-Place Head
Ideal for small electronic component transfer where the ±0.2° non-rotating tolerance keeps grippers perfectly aligned during fast vertical placement.
Camera Sensor Slide
Provides stable lateral movement for vision system inspection brackets, using the twin guide rods to prevent binding under offset camera weight.
Package Stopper Gate
Functions as a compact conveyor diverter gate, carrying the lateral load of passing cartons while maintaining precise stopping position.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X10S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16mm bore actuator, consider the neighboring options: step down to a 12mm bore for lighter duties (56.5N push @0.5 MPa) or up to a 20mm bore for higher thrust (157.1N push @0.5 MPa). If your application does not require anti-rotation or lateral load support, a plain ACQ cylinder saves space. For jobs needing equal force on both strokes, a double-rod ACQD is superior. Confirm your ordering essentials: 16mm bore, 10mm stroke (within the 30mm max), S magnet for sensors, and PT thread. Always verify the allowable reverse torque and mass/speed limits from the datasheet, and ensure any external load 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 TACQ16X10S FAQ
This double-acting cylinder delivers 100.5N push and 75.4N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.8N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum push of 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It has a 10mm stroke (max standard stroke is 30mm) and a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.2°.
Two stainless steel guide rods manage lateral loads and resist twisting. The maximum allowable reverse torque decreases as stroke increases, so confirm the exact limit for your setup from the datasheet. The S magnet supports both reed and solid-state electronic switches.
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