Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ20X10S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ20X10S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø20mm bore, 10mm stroke and two guide rods with a fixing plate. The twin guides hold the platform non-rotating to within ±0.15° and carry lateral load a plain compact rod cannot, so it drives and guides a load in one unit.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, guided
- Non-rotating±0.15°
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ20X10S
The AirTAC TACQ20X10S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder with a 20mm bore and 10mm stroke. It integrates two stainless steel guide rods and a fixing plate to drive and guide a load simultaneously, eliminating the need for a separate linear guide. The twin-rod mechanism ensures non-rotating accuracy of ±0.15° at the retracted position, supporting lateral loads that a standard plain rod cannot handle.
Drive force equals a standard ACQ of the same bore, as the guides add stiffness rather than thrust. The unit features a fixed elastomer TPU bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration and an M5x0.8 port. Equipped with the -S magnet, the piston grooves accept both reed and solid-state electronic switches for position sensing. Note that this cylinder relies on air pressure to hold position; use an external rod lock for fail-safe load holding upon air loss.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ20X10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ20X10S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, guided (non-rotating) |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.15° |
| 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 50 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC TACQ datasheet. Two guide rods carry lateral load and hold rotation to ±0.15°; do not apply reverse torque beyond the datasheet limit. Confirm against the product label before installation.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 118 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 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 TACQ20X10S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 20 | 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 TACQ20X10S Is Used
Pick-and-Place Head
Mounts small grippers for electronic component handling, ensuring the tool plate maintains strict angular alignment during rapid vertical placement without twisting.
Vision System Slide
Positions camera sensors over PCBs on a SMT line, relying on the ±0.15° non-rotating tolerance to keep the inspection frame perfectly square.
Pallet Stopper Gate
Acts as a compact physical stop on packaging conveyors, using the twin guide rods to absorb side-impacts from moving items without bending the piston.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ20X10S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20mm bore unit, consider the adjacent options: the smaller 16mm bore provides 100.5N push at 0.5MPa, while the larger 25mm bore yields 245.4N. Choose the TACQ20X10S when your application specifically demands precise anti-rotation and lateral load support within a 50mm maximum stroke envelope. If lateral load resistance is unnecessary, a plain ACQ20 cylinder saves space, or a double-rod ACQD20 offers higher torsional rigidity. Always verify your load's mass and speed against the 0.5MPa charted limits, and ensure external forces remain concentric with the rod to avoid exceeding 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 TACQ20X10S FAQ
This double-acting cylinder has a 20mm bore and 10mm stroke (max standard stroke is 50mm). It generates 157.1N push and 117.8N pull at 0.5MPa, 219.9N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum push of 32kgf at 1.0MPa. The twin guide rods provide a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.15°.
The maximum allowable reverse torque decreases as stroke length increases; for a 20mm bore, it is roughly 0.37 N·m at 5mm stroke down to about 0.16 N·m at 50mm. Always confirm the exact torque limit for your stroke from the official datasheet and avoid applying external force off-center. The -S magnet version supports both reed and solid-state electronic switches.
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