Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X5
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X5 is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 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 TACQ16X5
The AirTAC TACQ16X5 is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring an 8 mm piston rod and a 5 mm stroke. Twin stainless steel guide rods paired with a fixing plate ensure precise non-rotating accuracy of ±0.2°. This integrated drive-and-guide design carries lateral loads that a standard plain rod cannot, effectively replacing a separate linear guide in tight assemblies.
Drive force mirrors a standard ACQ of the same bore, as the guides add stiffness rather than thrust. Operating pressure ranges from 0.15-1.0 MPa. The body incorporates fixed elastomer TPU bumpers at each end for end-of-stroke deceleration, alongside magnetic-switch grooves. Note this specific unit ships without a magnet, so position sensing is not supported.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X5 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X5 |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 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 (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 TACQ16X5
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 TACQ16X5 Is Used
Pick-and-Place Head
Ideal for small electronic component transfer where the twin guide rods maintain strict ±0.2° non-rotating control during rapid vertical movements.
Sensor Slide
Positions inspection cameras accurately over a conveyor. The lateral load capability absorbs minor cantilever stresses from the mounted optics.
Compact Stopper Gate
Acts as a short-stroke obstruction mechanism on packaging lines. The fixed elastomer bumper quietly absorbs the impact of passing product carriers.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ16X5 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore unit, consider the neighbouring bores: the smaller 12 mm yields 56.5 N push, while the larger 20 mm provides 157.1 N at 0.5 MPa. If lateral load support is unnecessary, a plain ACQ saves space, or an ACQD double-rod cylinder offers symmetrical force. For the TACQ16X5, verify your stroke does not exceed the 30 mm maximum and confirm the M5x0.8 port and M4x0.7 rod-end thread suit your fittings. Always ensure external forces remain concentric with the rod and check the reverse torque limits in the datasheet.
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 TACQ16X5 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, push force is 100.5 N and pull is 75.4 N. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 140.8 N, with a maximum push of 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The twin guide rods provide a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.2°. The maximum standard stroke for this bore is 30 mm.
No, a standard ACQ-type guided cylinder will drift on air loss or when the valve is centered. The fixed bumper only decelerates near stroke end and does not lock the rod. For fail-safe load holding, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve, and never exceed the maximum allowable reverse torque listed in the datasheet.
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