Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X80-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X80-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø32mm 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 ±0.05° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Port size1/8"
- BearingSteel-ball linear bearing
- Non-rotating±0.05°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X80-S
The AirTAC TCL32X80-S is a JIS-standard guided twin-rod cylinder engineered for double-acting operation, integrating a steel-ball linear bearing for low-friction, high-precision movement. It generates 402 N of push and 302 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, driven by a Ø16 mm piston rod. Because the guide unit prevents rotation to a tight ±0.05° tolerance, it keeps tools perfectly square under off-centre loads without needing an external linear rail.
This 80 mm stroke model uses a fixed TPU bumper at each end to soften end-of-stroke impacts, as the TC series omits adjustable air cushions entirely. You can mount it from the top, bottom, or rear face, utilizing precision locating holes so you can swap the unit out later without re-teaching your machine positions. Air is plumbed via 1/8" PT ports, with two independent upper and side port groups offering flexibility in tight layouts.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X80-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X80-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 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 | ±0.05° (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 (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 302 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max | 82 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø16 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 TCL32X80-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×80 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM32X80 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X80-S Is Used
PCB Handling Z-Axis Lowering
Leveraging the 402 N push at 0.5 MPa and the steel-ball linear bearing's smooth travel, this model lowers pick-and-place heads onto PCBs without stick-slip, ensuring delicate component placement.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
The ±0.05° non-rotating tolerance keeps an asymmetrical gripper square while transferring heavy machined parts between CNC stations, absorbing the offset torque entirely within the twin-rod body.
Pneumatic Pressing Station
Delivering up to 82 kgf of theoretical maximum force, this cylinder actuates a small assembly press, relying on the rigid guide rods to prevent binding during repeated downward pushing cycles.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X80-S the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 32 mm bore makes sense when your application requires roughly 402 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, stepping down to the Ø25 bore yields about 245 N of push; conversely, moving up to the Ø40 bore provides 628 N. The integrated twin guide rods handle moment and radial loads directly, but remember this cylinder will drift and drop if air pressure is lost—the guide resists rotation, not gravity—so add an external rod lock for fail-safe vertical holding.
Consider the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead if your workflow involves heavy impacts or dusty environments causing radial loads. To replace this exact unit, match the 32 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, 1/8" PT port thread, and the standard built-in magnet (S).
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 TCL32X80-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this double-acting cylinder provides 402 N of push and 302 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 563 N, with a theoretical maximum force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operational speed range is 30-500 mm/s.
No, the TC series uses fixed rubber TPU bumpers at both stroke ends and has no adjustable air cushion screw. Additionally, it does not hold a load if air pressure drops; the guide prevents rotation but not gravity drift, so an external pilot check valve is required for fail-safe holding.
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