Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 20mm stroke on twin guide rods. Its integrated steel-ball linear bearing gives low-friction, high-precision travel — well suited to vertical lifts and high-load, high-accuracy moves, holding the tool square to ±0.08° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- BearingSteel-ball linear bearing
- Non-rotating±0.08°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S
The AirTAC TCL12X20-S is a JIS-standard double-acting twin-rod guided cylinder. A center drive piston moves between two guide rods supported by a steel-ball linear bearing within a single integrated body. This configuration yields 57 N of push and 42 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. Because the integrated guide unit prevents rotation and carries side loads, you can skip mounting an external linear rail. The steel-ball bearing ensures low-friction, high-precision movement without the stick-slip common to plain bearings, making it well-suited for vertical lifts and accurate positioning tasks.
This 12 mm bore variant features a Ø6 mm piston rod and M5x0.8 ports. It holds a tight non-rotating tolerance of ±0.08°, keeping a small gripper or blade square under off-centre loads. The stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion. A standard built-in magnet (S) enables position detection via CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots. Two independent upper and side port groups let you feed air from whichever face is clear without adding extra elbows.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Steel-ball linear bearing |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| 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 |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.08° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 150 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC TCL/TCM series datasheet (JIS standard). Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT (blank) / G / NPT. Every TC model ships with a built-in magnet for sensor switches.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 57 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 79 N | — |
| Max | 12 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø6 mm); the twin guide rods carry side load and torque, not thrust. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure.
Model Code: Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM12X20 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S Is Used
Lab Sample Handling
The low-friction steel-ball bearing provides smooth, stick-slip-free vertical travel for lifting delicate lab samples, utilizing the 57 N push force at 0.5 MPa without jamming.
Small Gripper Transfer
With a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.08°, the twin guide rods keep a small off-center gripper perfectly square during part transfers on a compact assembly machine.
3D Printer Head Change
The integrated body and Ø6 mm rod accurately position a tool carriage for an automated 3D printer head change, relying on the four sensor slots for repeatable positioning.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this model, stepping down is not an option as 12 mm is the smallest TCL bore available. Moving up to the Ø16 bore yields roughly 101 N of push at 0.5 MPa if your application requires more force. Choose the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead of this TCL if your duty cycle involves heavy radial impacts or dusty environments. To replicate this exact unit, specify the 12 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port size, PT thread form, and the standard S magnet. Note that the guide resists rotation but will not hold a load against gravity if air pressure drops; add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for fail-safe holding.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Side load / torque the guide must carry
- ✓ TCL (precision, low friction) vs TCM (impact, radial load)
- ✓ Stroke & mounting face (top / bottom / rear)
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/NPT/G)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check The guide unit takes side load & torque — but do not exceed the max safe load/torque for your stroke.
- check Mount from the top, bottom (screw or T-slot) or rear face; use the precision locating holes.
- check Do not disassemble the fixing block or guide unit — factory-set precision.
- check Fit CS1 / DS1 magnetic switches in the four sensor slots as needed.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X20-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa the cylinder generates 57 N of push and 42 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 79 N. The maximum theoretical force is 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, TC series cylinders use a fixed rubber TPU bumper at each end to soften the stop. There is no cushion screw to adjust. You can monitor end positions using a CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switch in the built-in sensor slots.
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