Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X50S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X50S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø40mm bore, 50mm 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
- Stroke50 mm
- Port sizePT1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, guided
- Non-rotating±0.15°
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X50S
The AirTAC TACQ40X50S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring a 40mm bore and 50mm stroke. It integrates twin stainless steel guide rods with a fixing plate to drive and guide a load simultaneously, effectively replacing a separate linear guide. The platform achieves a non-rotating accuracy of ±0.15° at the retracted position, carrying lateral loads that a plain compact rod cannot withstand.
Drive force remains identical to a standard ACQ of the same bore, as the guides add stiffness rather than additional thrust. At 0.5 MPa, it provides 628.3 N of push force and 527.8 N of pull force. The unit features NBR fixed elastomer bumpers at each end for deceleration, and the included S-magnet enables position sensing via reed or solid-state switches. Operating pressure spans 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a speed range of 30-500 mm/s.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X50S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X50S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 TACQ40X50S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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 TACQ40X50S Is Used
Pick-and-Place Head
Drives a small suction cup array on an SMT machine, relying on the twin guide rods to keep the vertical pick motion perfectly straight without twisting.
Vision Camera Slide
Positions an inspection camera over a moving conveyor, using the ±0.15° non-rotating tolerance to maintain precise optical alignment during retraction.
Assembly Press
Performs a light-duty press fit of bearings on an automated line, utilizing the 879.6 N push force at 0.7 MPa while the guide rods absorb off-center loads.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ40X50S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this unit, consider the neighboring bore options: the Ø32 model yields 402.1 N push at 0.5 MPa, while the Ø50 variant provides 981.8 N. Choose this 40mm bore if your application strictly requires 628.3 N of thrust alongside rigid anti-rotation support. If your load does not induce lateral stress or require precise rotational control, a plain ACQ cylinder may fit better. Conversely, applications demanding symmetrical thrust on both strokes might suit the double-rod ACQD series. Confirm your ordering essentials (40mm bore, 50mm stroke, S magnet, PT thread) and verify the specific reverse torque and mass/speed limits from the datasheet, as these decrease with stroke length. Ensure any external force applied is concentric with the rod.
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 TACQ40X50S FAQ
This double-acting 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. The stroke is 50mm (maximum standard stroke is 100mm). Twin guide rods ensure a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.15°.
The two stainless steel guide rods allow it to carry lateral loads that a plain compact rod cannot. However, there is a maximum allowable reverse torque and a mass/speed limit (charted at 0.5 MPa) that decreases as stroke length increases. Treat the reverse torque only as an order-of-magnitude guide and confirm the exact value from the datasheet. Never apply reverse torque above this limit, and always apply external force concentric with the rod.
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