Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X15S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X15S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø16mm bore, 15mm 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
- Stroke15 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 TACQ16X15S
The AirTAC TACQ16X15S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring a 16mm bore and 15mm stroke. Two stainless steel guide rods paired with a fixing plate ensure non-rotating accuracy within ±0.2° at the retracted position. This integrated drive-and-guide design eliminates the need for a separate linear guide while carrying lateral loads that a plain compact rod cannot manage.
Drive output mirrors a standard ACQ of the same diameter, as the twin shafts add structural stiffness rather than extra thrust. At 0.5 MPa it yields 100.5 N push and 75.4 N pull force, peaking at 21 kgf under 1.0 MPa. The unit incorporates fixed TPU bumpers for end-of-stroke deceleration and, with the built-in -S magnet, supports both reed and solid-state electronic sensors.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X15S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X15S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 TACQ16X15S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 TACQ16X15S Is Used
Pick-and-Place Head
Mounts small vacuum grippers for electronic component transfer, ensuring the 8mm rod and fixing plate maintain exact angular orientation during vertical placement.
Sensor Slide
Positions testing probes across small PCB assemblies where the ±0.2° non-rotating tolerance prevents lateral probe drift during retraction.
Pallet Stopper Gate
Acts as a compact physical stop for lightweight product carriers on a packaging line, absorbing side impacts via the twin guide rods instead of the piston shaft.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X15S the Right Cylinder?
Select this 16mm bore if your layout demands strict anti-rotation within a 30mm maximum stroke envelope. Stepping down to a 12mm version drops the 0.5 MPa push to 56.5 N, whereas moving up to a 20mm bore raises it to 157.1 N; pick the smallest diameter that comfortably overcomes your friction and mass. A plain ACQ fits when no lateral load or rotational control is needed, while an ACQD double-rod suits higher moment loads. Remember to verify lateral load and reverse-torque limits against the 0.5 MPa charts, and apply external forces concentric with the rod to prevent guide binding. Confirm ordering essentials: 16mm bore, 15mm stroke, S magnet, and PT threads.
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 TACQ16X15S FAQ
This double-acting cylinder has a 16mm bore, a 15mm stroke, and a maximum standard stroke of 30mm. It provides 100.5 N push and 75.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.8 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum push of 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The twin guide rods ensure 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 for position sensing. The guide rods handle lateral loads, but reverse torque limits decrease as stroke extends; treat the limit as an order-of-magnitude guide and confirm the exact value from the datasheet. Never apply reverse torque above the limit or side loads off-center, as this damages the guides.
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