Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X5S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X5S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 5mm 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
- Stroke5 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 TCL12X5S
The AirTAC TCL12X5S is a JIS-standard guided twin-rod cylinder engineered for double-acting operation, integrating a drive piston between two guide rods within a single body. Utilizing a steel-ball linear bearing, it provides low-friction, high-precision travel that eliminates the stick-slip often found in plain bushings, making it exceptionally well-suited for short vertical lifts and accurate high-cycle tasks. Delivering 57 N of push at 0.5 MPa, this compact 12 mm bore unit also features a Ø6 mm piston rod and M5x0.8 ports.
The integrated twin-rod guide replaces any need for an external linear slide, saving valuable space and alignment effort while supporting side loads and torque up to the datasheet limit for this 5 mm stroke. It holds a tight non-rotating tolerance of ±0.08°, keeping a small gripper or blade square under off-centre loads. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion, and the standard built-in magnet allows position feedback via CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X5S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X5S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 TCL12X5S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM12X5 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X5S Is Used
Lab Sample Pick-and-Place
The steel-ball linear bearing ensures smooth, stick-slip-free vertical travel for lifting delicate lab samples, while the 57 N thrust at 0.5 MPa easily handles lightweight tube racks.
Small Component Gripper Transfer
With a non-rotating accuracy of ±0.08°, this 12 mm bore cylinder keeps an off-centre gripper perfectly square during electronic component transfer without needing an external guide.
PCB Shuttle Actuation
The short 5 mm stroke and twin-rod rigidity provide precise stopping force for a PCB shuttle, absorbing the end-of-stroke impact via fixed TPU bumpers.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL12X5S the Right Cylinder?
Selecting the TCL12X5S is ideal when you need precise 57 N thrust (at 0.5 MPa) in a highly compact footprint. If your application requires slightly more force, stepping up to the Ø16 bore yields approximately 101 N of push at 0.5 MPa. Because this is the smallest TCL bore available, there is no smaller guided option in this series; for sub-12 mm impact or dusty radial-load needs, consider the sister TCM6 or TCM10 which use a brass sliding bearing instead of the steel-ball linear bearing.
Keep in mind that a guided cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, as the rod will drift; install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe position holding. To replace this exact unit, match the 12 mm bore, 5 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port size, PT thread form, and the standard S magnet.
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 TCL12X5S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the TCL12X5S generates 57 N of push and 42 N of pull. When operating at 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 79 N. The maximum theoretical force is 12 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the TC series uses a fixed rubber (TPU) bumper at each end to soften the end of stroke and does not feature an adjustable air cushion or cushion screw. The standard built-in magnet also works seamlessly with CS1 reed and DS1 electronic switches in the four sensor slots.
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