Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X120-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X120-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 120mm 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 ±0.07° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke120 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- BearingSteel-ball linear bearing
- Non-rotating±0.07°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X120-S
The AirTAC TCL16X120-S is a JIS-standard, double-acting guided twin-rod cylinder integrating a steel-ball linear bearing. It generates 101 N of push and 75 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, peaking at 141 N at 0.7 MPa. A 120 mm stroke makes it suitable for intermediate transfer distances. The integrated twin guide rods eliminate the need to align a separate external linear rail, saving engineering time.
This 16 mm bore unit features an Ø8 mm piston rod and M5x0.8 ports. The steel-ball bearing ensures low-friction, stick-slip-free travel, which is critical for highly repeatable vertical lifts. It maintains a ±0.07° non-rotating tolerance, keeping a gripper square under off-centre loads. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X120-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X120-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 120 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 | ±0.07° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 200 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 75 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | — |
| Max | 21 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø8 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 TCL16X120-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×120 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM16X120 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X120-S Is Used
PCB Handling Lift
Raises delicate electronic panels using 101 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. The steel-ball linear bearing guarantees smooth, stick-slip-free vertical movement without needing a separate guide rail.
Small Part Gripper Transfer
Shifts an off-centre gripper between stations over 120 mm. The twin guide rods hold a ±0.07° non-rotating tolerance, keeping the jaws perfectly square under asymmetric loading.
Lab Sample Indexer
Positions test tubes or vials accurately in analytical equipment. The integrated body and low-friction travel ensure high-cycle reliability while the M5x0.8 ports simplify pneumatic plumbing.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X120-S the Right Cylinder?
If sizing force, note that the smaller Ø12 bore yields about 57 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø20 bore provides 157 N. Choose this TCL variant for high-precision, low-friction vertical motion; switch to the sister TCM series if your application involves heavy radial impacts or dusty environments requiring a brass sliding bearing. To replace this unit, specify bore 16, stroke 120, M5x0.8 ports, PT thread, and the standard S magnet.
For fail-safe operation, remember this cylinder will drift downward if air pressure drops or the valve centers. The guide resists rotation, not gravity, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if the load must remain suspended without live air.
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 TCL16X120-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 16 mm bore cylinder provides 101 N of push force and 75 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 141 N, with a theoretical maximum of 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operational speed ranges from 30 to 500 mm/s.
Each end of the cylinder uses a fixed rubber TPU bumper to soften the end-of-stroke impact; there is no adjustable air cushion screw. The standard built-in magnet (S) works with AirTAC CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches, which mount directly into any of the four sensor slots.
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