Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25S 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 TACQ16X25S
The AirTAC TACQ16X25S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder with a 16 mm bore and 25 mm stroke. Twin stainless guide rods and a fixing plate deliver ±0.2° non-rotating accuracy, carrying lateral loads that a plain rod cannot. It combines drive and guidance into one unit, replacing a separate linear guide. The integrated -S magnet enables position sensing.
Drive force equals a standard ACQ: 100.5 N push and 75.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, reaching 140.8 N push at 0.7 MPa. The M5x0.8 port and 8 mm rod handle dynamic tasks, while fixed elastomer bumpers absorb end-of-stroke energy. Observe the mass/speed limits and reverse torque constraints, confirming exact values from the datasheet.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25S |
|---|---|
| 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 TACQ16X25S
| 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 TACQ16X25S Is Used
Small Pick-and-Place Head
Maintains strict ±0.2° angular control for moving lightweight electronic components without twisting during vertical placement.
PCB Assembly Stopper
Acts as a precise lateral gate on a conveyor, using the twin guide rods to absorb side-impact from passing circuit boards.
Sensor Positioning Slide
Locks a vision sensor at an exact retracted position, leveraging the non-rotating plate to keep the lens perfectly aligned.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X25S the Right Cylinder?
For 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, dropping to a 12 mm bore yields 56.5 N, whereas a 20 mm bore provides 157.1 N. Choose this 16 mm unit when your load demands precise ±0.2° rotational control within a 30 mm maximum stroke envelope. If your application only needs straight thrust without anti-rotation, a plain ACQ cylinder is simpler. When ordering, verify the 25 mm stroke, S magnet for reed or solid-state switches, and PT thread. Ensure external loads remain concentric with the rod and never exceed the allowable reverse torque.
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 TACQ16X25S FAQ
It delivers 100.5 N push and 75.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 140.8 N push at 0.7 MPa. The maximum push is 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Non-rotating tolerance is ±0.2°, and the maximum standard stroke for a 16 mm bore is 30 mm.
No, the rod drifts on air loss and the fixed elastomer bumper only decelerates near stroke end. For fail-safe holding, add an external rod lock. Also, the two guide rods have a reverse torque limit that decreases with stroke; confirm the exact allowable torque from the datasheet.
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