Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X90-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X90-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø25mm 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.
- BoreØ25 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 TCL25X90-S
The AirTAC TCL25X90-S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring an integrated steel-ball linear bearing. Because the drive piston operates between two guide rods within a single body, it completely eliminates the need for an external linear slide. This double-acting actuator delivers 245 N of push force and 189 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making its 90 mm stroke well-suited for medium-duty positioning tasks.
A standout feature is the steel-ball bearing itself, which provides low-friction, high-precision travel entirely free of the stick-slip common to plain sliding bearings—ideal for smooth vertical lifts. The unit maintains a tight ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance, ensuring your end-of-arm tooling stays perfectly square under off-centre loads. It incorporates a fixed rubber TPU bumper at each end to soften stops, as there is no adjustable air cushion. Furthermore, two independent port groups (upper face and side) let you feed air from whichever direction is clear, while the Ø12 mm piston rod and 1/8" PT ports ensure solid plumbing connections.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X90-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X90-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 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 (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 TCL25X90-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×90 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM25X90 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X90-S Is Used
Vertical Panel Lift
Leveraging the low-friction steel-ball bearing to prevent stick-slip on upward travel, this 245 N actuator smoothly elevates sheet metal panels through a 90 mm stroke without sagging.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
The ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance keeps a pneumatic gripper perfectly square during part handoff, while the twin-rod guide absorbs the moment load from the offset weight.
Pallet Gate Stop
Deploying 344 N of thrust at 0.7 MPa, this unit halts moving pallets on an assembly line, using the integrated guide rods to withstand the radial impact forces.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL25X90-S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, consider the force output of adjacent bores: stepping down to a Ø20 cylinder yields approximately 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while moving up to a Ø32 cylinder provides about 402 N. Choose this Ø25 model for loads requiring roughly 245 N of thrust. If your application involves high-impact shocks or heavily dusty radial loads, consider the sister TCM series instead, which uses a brass sliding bearing better suited for those harsh conditions. Note that this cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the guide prevents rotation but cannot resist gravity. For a fail-safe hold, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. To replace this unit, match the 25 mm bore, 90 mm stroke, 1/8" PT ports, and the standard built-in 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 TCL25X90-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this double-acting cylinder generates 245 N of push force and 189 N of pull force. When supplied with 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 344 N. The theoretical maximum force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates at pressures from 0.15-1.0 MPa and speeds of 30-500 mm/s.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw. Instead, each end of the cylinder incorporates a fixed rubber TPU bumper that absorbs the impact at the end of travel. Additionally, the standard built-in S magnet allows you to mount CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots for position confirmation.
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