Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ32X20
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ32X20 is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø32mm bore, 20mm 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.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizePT1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, guided
- Non-rotating±0.15°
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ32X20
The AirTAC TACQ32X20 is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring a 32mm bore and 20mm stroke. It integrates two stainless steel guide rods with a fixing plate to drive and guide a load simultaneously, effectively replacing a separate linear guide. This non-rotating design holds a strict ±0.15° tolerance at the retracted position, accommodating lateral loads that a plain compact rod cannot withstand.
Drive force equals that of a standard ACQ series of the same bore, as the twin guides add structural stiffness rather than thrust. At 0.5 MPa, it generates 402.1 N of push force and 301.6 N of pull force, scaling to 562.9 N push at 0.7 MPa with a maximum push capacity of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The unit uses a fixed NBR elastomer bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than an adjustable air cushion, and PT1/8 ports provide the pneumatic supply.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ32X20 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ32X20 |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, guided (non-rotating) |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.15° |
| Port size | PT1/8 |
| 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 100 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 (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 302 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 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 TACQ32X20
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | 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 TACQ32X20 Is Used
CNC Lathe Parts Transfer
Moves turned metal components from a CNC lathe to an exit conveyor with absolute angular stability, ensuring parts do not twist during rapid horizontal transfer.
PCB Panel Separator
Applies precise 402.1 N downward push to score or depanel circuit boards, using the twin guide rods to maintain perfectly vertical tool alignment without binding.
Carton Flap Folder
Tucks flaps on automated packaging lines where side loads from misaligned cardboard would cause a standard unguided cylinder to drift or jam.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ32X20 the Right Cylinder?
For lower force requirements, the Ø25 bore provides 245.4 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø40 bore yields 628.3 N push if your application demands more thrust. If lateral load support and anti-rotation are unnecessary, a plain ACQ32 cylinder offers identical drive force in a smaller footprint. When ordering, verify the 20mm stroke is within the 100mm maximum, specify PT thread, and note this specific configuration ships without a magnet (-S) for position sensing. Always calculate the mass and speed limits, and confirm the allowable reverse torque for this 20mm stroke from the official datasheet to prevent guide damage.
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 TACQ32X20 FAQ
The TACQ32X20 delivers 402.1 N push and 301.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 562.9 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum push of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features a 32mm bore, 20mm stroke (max standard 100mm), PT1/8 port, M8x1.25 rod-end thread, and a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.15°.
The twin stainless steel guide rods absorb lateral loads that a plain compact rod cannot. However, there is a maximum allowable reverse torque and mass/speed limit that decreases with stroke length. You must confirm the exact reverse torque limit for this 20mm stroke from the datasheet, and always apply external force concentric with the rod to prevent guide failure.
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