Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X80-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X80-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø25mm 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 ±0.06° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke80 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 TCL25X80-S
The AirTAC TCL25X80-S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided 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 completely free of the stick-slip common to plain bushings, making it exceptionally well-suited for vertical lifts and high-cycle positioning. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this 25 mm bore, 80 mm stroke unit achieves a tight ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance to keep grippers or tooling plates perfectly square under offset loads.
Designed for direct mounting without an external linear slide, the unit features a Ø12 mm piston rod and 1/8" ports. It includes two independent port groups on the upper face and side, allowing pneumatic supply from whichever direction clears your framework. Stroke termination is absorbed by fixed rubber TPU bumpers rather than an adjustable air cushion. A standard built-in magnet enables position detection via CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X80-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X80-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 245 N | 189 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 344 N | — |
| Max | 50 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø12 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 TCL25X80-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×80 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM25X80 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X80-S Is Used
PCB Handling Lift Gate
Lifts delicate printed circuit boards between conveyor tiers. The steel-ball linear bearing ensures smooth, stick-slip-free vertical travel, while 245 N of thrust handles the assembly payload with precision.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
Moves metal stampings between stations. The ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance keeps the end-of-arm gripper square despite the offset weight, eliminating the need for a separate external guide rail.
3D Printer Carriage Stop
Acts as a positive mechanical stop for a heavy toolhead carriage. The twin guide rods absorb the side load and torque of the decelerating mass, protecting the main drive system.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X80-S the Right Cylinder?
Choosing this 25 mm bore yields 245 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, the Ø20 bore supplies roughly 157 N, while stepping up to the Ø32 bore provides about 402 N. For applications involving heavy impact loads or dusty environments, consider the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead of this linear ball unit. To match this exact cylinder for a replacement, specify the 25 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, 1/8" port with PT thread form, and the standard S magnet.
Note that the guide unit resists rotation and side torque, but it will not hold a load vertically if air pressure drops or the directional valve centers. The rod will drift under gravity. For fail-safe vertical holding, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve in the air line.
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 TCL25X80-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it generates 245 N of push and 189 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa the push force increases to 344 N. The theoretical maximum force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, TC series guided cylinders do not use adjustable air cushions. Each end of stroke is softened by a fixed rubber TPU bumper, meaning there is no cushion needle screw to tune or adjust.
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