Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X100S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X100S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø40mm bore, 100mm 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.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizePT1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, guided
- Non-rotating±0.15°
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X100S
The AirTAC TACQ40X100S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder integrating a standard ACQ body with two stainless steel guide rods and a fixing plate. This architecture drives and guides a load simultaneously, eliminating the need for a separate linear guide. The twin rods ensure non-rotating accuracy of ±0.15° at the retracted position while supporting lateral loads that a plain compact rod cannot manage.
Drive force remains identical to a standard 40mm bore ACQ because the guides add stiffness, not thrust. At 0.5 MPa, it delivers 628.3 N of push force and 527.8 N of pull force, scaling to 879.6 N push at 0.7 MPa. The unit features a PT1/8 port, a fixed NBR elastomer bumper at each end for end-of-stroke deceleration, and a built-in magnet (-S) compatible with reed or solid-state electronic switches.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X100S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X100S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 100 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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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 TACQ40X100S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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 TACQ40X100S Is Used
Pick-and-Place Head
Drives a vacuum gripper assembly in a packaging line, utilizing the dual guide rods to maintain exact ±0.15° orientation without twisting during vertical placement.
PCB Pressing Station
Applies 628.3 N of precise downward force at 0.5 MPa to seat electronic connectors onto a circuit board, relying on the fixed elastomer bumper to prevent impact damage.
Pallet Stopper Gate
Functions as a pneumatic stop on an assembly conveyor, where the lateral load capability handles side impacts from moving product while holding position securely.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X100S the Right Cylinder?
For sizing context, stepping down to a 32mm bore yields 402.1 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 50mm bore provides 981.8 N. Choose this 40mm model when your application requires exact 879.6 N thrust at 0.7 MPa combined with anti-rotation stability. If lateral load and torque are negligible, a plain ACQ cylinder suffices; for higher torque resistance, consider a double-rod ACQD. Confirm your ordering essentials: 40mm bore, 100mm stroke (the maximum standard for this size), the -S magnet option, and PT thread. Always verify that your lateral load and reverse torque fall within the charted limits at 0.5 MPa.
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 TACQ40X100S FAQ
This 40mm bore cylinder provides 628.3 N push and 527.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 879.6 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum push of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features a PT1/8 port, an M8x1.25 rod-end thread, and a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.15°. The 100mm stroke is the maximum standard length available for this bore.
The two stainless steel guide rods carry lateral loads but have a maximum allowable reverse torque that decreases with stroke length; treat the datasheet chart as an order-of-magnitude guide and confirm the exact limit for your setup. The fixed NBR bumper only decelerates near stroke end, so for fail-safe load holding on air loss, install an external rod lock. The -S magnet works with both reed and solid-state electronic switches.
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