Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X85S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X85S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 85mm 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
- Stroke85 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 TCL16X85S
The AirTAC TCL16X85S is a JIS-standard double-acting guided twin-rod cylinder. A central drive piston runs between two guide rods supported by steel-ball linear bearings within a single integrated body. This architecture eliminates the need for an external linear rail, saving space and alignment effort. Delivering 101 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it uses an Ø8 mm piston rod and M5x0.8 ports.
The steel-ball bearing ensures low-friction, smooth travel without the stick-slip common in plain bushings, making it well-suited for vertical lifts and high-cycle positioning. It holds a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.07°, keeping a gripper or workplate 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 detection.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X85S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X85S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 85 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 TCL16X85S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×85 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM16X85 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X85S Is Used
PCB Handling Lift
Raises delicate electronics panels in a pick-and-place machine. The 101 N thrust at 0.5 MPa easily elevates the carrier, while the steel-ball linear bearing ensures smooth, stick-slip-free vertical motion.
Small Part Gripper Actuation
Moves an off-centre gripper transferring small machined components. The ±0.07° non-rotating tolerance keeps the jaws perfectly square during the 85 mm travel, preventing part misalignment.
Lab Sample Indexing
Positions sample trays in analytical lab equipment. The integrated twin-rod guide carries the moment load without needing a separate rail, and the low-friction bearing supports high-cycle repeatable indexing.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL16X85S the Right Cylinder?
For sizing, consider the adjacent bores in this series: stepping down to Ø12 yields roughly 57 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while moving up to Ø20 provides about 157 N. Choose this Ø16 when your payload requires moderate force and high precision. If your application involves heavy radial impacts or dusty environments, the sister TCM series with its brass sliding bearing handles those harsh conditions better than the TCL's steel-ball linear bearing. Note that air pressure does not hold the load if supply drops or the valve centres; the rod will drift, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for fail-safe holding. This configuration features an 85 mm stroke, Ø8 mm rod, M5x0.8 PT ports, 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 TCL16X85S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 16 mm bore cylinder generates 101 N of push force and 75 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 141 N. The maximum theoretical force is 21 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw. Each end of the cylinder lands on a fixed rubber TPU bumper that absorbs the impact at the end of the 85 mm stroke.
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