Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ63X40S
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ63X40S is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø63mm bore, 40mm 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.
- BoreØ63 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizePT1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting, guided
- Non-rotating±0.15°
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ63X40S
The AirTAC TACQ63X40S is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring a 63mm bore and 40mm stroke. It integrates two chromed carbon steel guide rods with a fixing plate to drive and guide a payload simultaneously, eliminating the need for an external linear rail. The twin-rod architecture secures the platform against rotation to a strict ±0.15° tolerance and supports lateral loads that a standard plain-rod actuator cannot withstand.
Drive force mirrors a conventional ACQ of identical bore, as the guide shafts contribute structural stiffness rather than additional thrust. At 0.5 MPa it yields 1558.6 N of push and 1401.5 N of pull force, extending to 2182 N push at 0.7 MPa. The unit features a fixed NBR elastomer bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration and a built-in magnet compatible with reed or solid-state switches. Operating pressure spans 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a PT1/4 port and an M10x1.5 female rod-end thread.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ63X40S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ63X40S |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 40 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, guided (non-rotating) |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.15° |
| Port size | PT1/4 |
| 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 (Ø63mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 1559 N | 1402 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2182 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 318 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 TACQ63X40S
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 63 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×40 | 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 TACQ63X40S Is Used
Multi-Spindle Drill Head
Maintains rigid ±0.15° angular stability for a multi-spindle drilling module on woodworking machinery, absorbing lateral cutting forces without an external linear guide.
Pallet Stopper Gate
Functions as a heavy-duty stopper gate on automated packaging conveyors, using the twin guide rods to withstand repeated side impacts from moving pallets.
PCB Press Assembly
Provides steady downward clamping force for pressing electronic connectors onto PCB assemblies, relying on the fixed NBR bumper to cushion the 40mm stroke end.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ63X40S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, consider the 1558.6 N push force at 0.5 MPa. If your payload is lighter, stepping down to the 50mm bore yields 981.8 N push, whereas heavier dynamics require the 80mm bore providing 2513.2 N. A plain ACQ suffices if lateral loads are absent, and a double-rod ACQD suits symmetrical thrust needs. Ensure your stroke does not exceed the 100mm maximum. Because reverse torque and mass limits decrease with stroke length, verify the exact allowable torque for this 40mm travel from the datasheet. Apply external loads concentric with the rod to prevent guide binding, and never exceed the reverse torque limit.
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 TACQ63X40S FAQ
The drive force equals a standard ACQ: 1558.6 N push and 1401.5 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 2182 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum push of 318 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The twin guide rods hold the platform to a ±0.15° non-rotating tolerance. The maximum standard stroke for this 63mm bore is 100mm.
The S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for position sensing, compatible with reed or electronic solid-state switches. The chromed guide rods handle lateral loads, but there is a maximum allowable reverse torque that decreases with stroke length (order-of-magnitude ~3.90 N·m down to ~1.61 N·m for this bore); always confirm the exact limit for your setup from the datasheet and do not exceed it.
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