Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25 is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø16mm bore, 25mm 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
- Stroke25 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 TACQ16X25
The AirTAC TACQ16X25 is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring an 8mm piston rod and two stainless steel guide rods with a fixing plate. This design ensures non-rotating accuracy of ±0.2° at the retracted position. It drives and guides a load simultaneously, effectively replacing a separate linear guide in tight spaces.
Drive force equals a standard ACQ of the same bore, as the guides add stiffness rather than thrust. At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 75.4 N pull force. The unit includes fixed TPU elastomer bumpers at each end for end-of-stroke deceleration. Body sensor grooves are present, though this specific model ships without a magnet.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25 |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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 TACQ16X25
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×25 | 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 TACQ16X25 Is Used
Pick-and-Place Head
Ideal for small component transfer where the twin guide rods prevent platform rotation during rapid vertical movements.
Sensor Camera Slide
Provides stable lateral positioning for vision system inspection, maintaining strict angular alignment under offset loads.
Conveyor Stopper Gate
Acts as a robust flow control mechanism for lightweight packaging lines, absorbing side impacts without binding.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16mm bore unit, consider the neighbouring capacities: a 12mm bore yields 56.5 N push, while a 20mm bore offers 157.1 N push at 0.5 MPa. If your application only requires straightforward axial movement without lateral load resistance, a plain ACQ cylinder is sufficient. For applications needing equal force in both directions, a double-rod ACQD is better. Confirm ordering essentials like the 25mm stroke (under the 30mm max), PT port thread, and lack of magnet. Always verify the allowable reverse torque and mass/speed limits from the datasheet, and ensure external forces remain 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 TACQ16X25 FAQ
This double-acting cylinder delivers 100.5 N push and 75.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 140.8 N push at 0.7 MPa. Maximum push force is 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The non-rotating tolerance is ±0.2°, and the maximum standard stroke for this 16mm bore is 30mm.
No, the rod will drift on air loss since the fixed elastomer bumper only decelerates near stroke end. For fail-safe holding, use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Also, never exceed the maximum allowable reverse torque; confirm the exact limit for your 25mm stroke from the datasheet.
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