Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ80X20
The AirTAC Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ80X20 is a genuine double-acting GUIDED compact (JIS) cylinder — a Ø80mm 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.
- BoreØ80 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizePT3/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, guided
- Non-rotating±0.15°
- CushionBumper (both ends)
About the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ80X20
The AirTAC TACQ80X20 is a double-acting JIS compact guided cylinder featuring a 80mm bore and 20mm stroke. It integrates twin chromed carbon steel guide rods with a fixing plate to drive and guide a load simultaneously, replacing a separate linear guide. This design holds the platform non-rotating to a ±0.15° tolerance and supports lateral loads that a plain rod cannot handle.
Drive force equals a standard ACQ of the same bore, as the guides add stiffness rather than thrust. At 0.5 MPa it provides 2513.2 N push and 2267.8 N pull, scaling to 3518.5 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum 513 kgf push at 1.0 MPa. The unit uses a PT3/8 port, a Ø25mm piston rod, and fixed NBR elastomer bumpers at each end instead of adjustable air cushions. It lacks a magnet, though sensor grooves remain present on the body.
Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ80X20 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ80X20 |
|---|---|
| Series | TACQ JIS guided compact cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, guided (non-rotating) |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.15° |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| 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 (Ø80mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 2513 N | 2268 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 3519 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 513 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 TACQ80X20
| TACQ | JIS compact cylinder WITH guider (non-rotating). |
|---|---|
| 80 | 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 TACQ80X20 Is Used
Heavy-Duty Pick-and-Place
Lifts and transfers substantial components on automated machining lines, relying on the twin guide rods to prevent platform rotation during rapid vertical movements.
Assembly Press Head
Applies precise 2513.2 N clamping force at 0.5 MPa for seating bearings or pins, maintaining strict parallelism via the chromed carbon steel guides.
Pallet Stopper Gate
Halts heavy workpiece pallets on a conveyor, absorbing side impacts laterally without deflecting the main piston rod.
Is the Airtac TACQ Guided Rod Ultra-Thin Cylinder TACQ80X20 the Right Cylinder?
For sizing context, stepping down to a 63mm bore yields 1558.6 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 100mm bore provides 3927.0 N push at 0.5 MPa. If your application does not involve lateral loads or anti-rotation requirements, a plain ACQ cylinder is sufficient. For symmetrical thrust without guides, consider a double-rod ACQD. When ordering this TACQ80X20, verify the 20mm stroke is within your allowable length, confirm the PT3/8 thread form, and remember this specific SKU ships without a sensor magnet. Always ensure external forces remain concentric with the rod to avoid binding.
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 TACQ80X20 FAQ
The TACQ80X20 delivers 2513.2 N push and 2267.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 3518.5 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum push of 513 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features a PT3/8 port, a Ø25mm rod with an M16x2.0 female thread, and a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.15°. The maximum standard stroke for this 80mm bore is 100mm.
Deceleration relies on fixed NBR elastomer bumpers, not adjustable air cushions, so external shock absorbers are recommended for high-energy cycles. A standard ACQ body does not hold its load on air loss, so use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe holding. The max allowable reverse torque decreases with stroke (roughly 11.85 N·m at 10mm down to 5.77 N·m at 100mm); confirm the exact limit for your setup from the datasheet and never exceed it.
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