Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X80-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X80-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 80mm 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
- Stroke80 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 TCL16X80-S
The AirTAC TCL16X80-S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder configured for double-acting operation. A centre drive piston runs between two guide rods supported by a steel-ball linear bearing, creating an integrated slide that removes the need for an external rail. At 16 mm bore, it generates 101 N of push and 75 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. The linear ball bearing ensures low-friction, stick-slip-free travel, making this 80 mm stroke variant well-suited for precise vertical lifts and high-cycle positioning tasks.
Because the guide unit itself resists rotation and side load, you can mount an off-centre gripper or blade directly to the cylinder plate. The twin-rod geometry holds the tooling square within a ±0.07° non-rotating tolerance. You can plumb the unit from either the upper face or the side using the two independent M5x0.8 port groups, while the Ø8 piston rod drives the load. Stroke terminations are absorbed by fixed rubber TPU bumpers rather than an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X80-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X80-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 TCL16X80-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×80 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM16X80 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X80-S Is Used
PCB Panel Vertical Lift
Lifts light electronics panels through 80 mm using 101 N of thrust. The steel-ball linear bearing prevents stick-slip on the upward cycle, ensuring smooth vertical motion without needing a separate rail.
Micro-Gripper Transfer
Moves an off-centre micro-gripper between machining stations. The twin guide rods hold the jaw square within ±0.07°, handling the moment load directly without an external slide.
Lab Sample Indexing
Positions lab samples accurately for scanning. The integrated body saves space on the test bench, while the Ø8 rod and low-friction ball bearing support high-cycle repeatable travel.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X80-S the Right Cylinder?
Choosing this 16 mm bore gives 101 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, the Ø12 bore outputs roughly 57 N of push. Stepping up to the Ø20 bore yields about 157 N. If your application involves heavy radial impacts or dusty environments, consider the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead of this linear ball unit.
To re-order an exact replacement, specify the 16 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port size, and the standard built-in magnet (S). The port thread is PT by default. Note that air pressure powers both extension and retraction; if the supply drops or the valve centres, the rod will drift and drop. Install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if the load must stay put during a failure.
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 TCL16X80-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 101 N of push and 75 N of pull. Raising the pressure to 0.7 MPa increases the push force to 141 N. The theoretical maximum force is 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, there is no air-cushion screw. Each end of the stroke relies on a fixed rubber TPU bumper to soften the impact. You must size the load and speed so the fixed bumper can safely absorb the stop.
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