Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL20X90-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL20X90-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 90mm 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 ±0.06° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke90 mm
- Port size1/8"
- BearingSteel-ball linear bearing
- Non-rotating±0.06°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL20X90-S
The AirTAC TCL20X90-S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder that integrates a drive piston between two guide rods in a single body. Because the guide unit itself prevents rotation and absorbs side load, you can skip mounting an external linear rail. The steel-ball linear bearing provides low-friction, high-precision travel with no stick-slip, making it well suited to vertical lifts and accurate high-cycle positioning. Delivering 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa, this 20 mm bore, 90 mm stroke model keeps tools square under off-centre loads thanks to a tight ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance.
Plumbing is flexible: two independent port groups on the upper face and side let you feed air from whichever direction is clear, while the Ø10 mm piston rod uses 1/8" ports. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion. A standard built-in magnet works with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots, and precision locating holes mean you can remove and re-fit the unit without re-teaching your position.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL20X90-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL20X90-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 90 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Steel-ball linear bearing |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| 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 | ±0.06° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 250 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 (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 118 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | — |
| Max | 32 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø10 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 TCL20X90-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×90 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM20X90 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL20X90-S Is Used
Vertical Panel Lift
Lifting a light panel on a packaging line uses the 157 N push at 0.5 MPa, while the low-friction steel-ball bearing ensures smooth vertical travel without stick-slip.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
Moving an asymmetric part keeps the gripper square under load thanks to the ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance, eliminating the need for a separate external guide rail.
Welding-Fixture Actuation
Positioning a small welding clamp over a 90 mm stroke benefits from the rigid twin-rod body and the four sensor slots for repeatable CS1 reed switch feedback.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL20X90-S the Right Cylinder?
This 20 mm bore strikes a useful middle ground, generating 157 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires less force, the Ø12 bore provides about 57 N; stepping up to the Ø25 bore yields roughly 245 N for heavier pushing. Choose the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead if your duty cycle involves severe impacts or heavy dusty radial loads, as the TCL’s steel-ball bearing targets smooth precision rather than shock absorption. To drop-proof a vertical load, remember that the guide resists rotation but not gravity—add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve, since the rod will drift if air pressure is lost. Replacement match: 20 mm bore, 90 mm stroke, 1/8" PT ports, 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 TCL20X90-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 157 N of push and 118 N of pull; at 0.7 MPa the push increases to 220 N. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa, and the operating speed ranges from 30 to 500 mm/s.
No, each end lands on a fixed TPU bumper that softens the stop. There is no adjustable air-cushion screw to set on the TC series, which simplifies setup but means the end-of-stroke impact is managed by the rubber bumper alone.
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