Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X85S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X85S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø32mm 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 ±0.05° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke85 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 TCL32X85S
The AirTAC TCL32X85S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder engineered for double-acting operation. Instead of relying on a separate rail, its integrated drive piston moves between two guide rods supported by a steel-ball linear bearing. This setup yields low-friction, high-precision travel without the stick-slip common in plain bushings, making it highly effective for vertical lifts and accurate cycling. At 0.5 MPa, this 32 mm bore generates 402 N of push force and 302 N of pull force.
Featuring a Ø16 mm piston rod and 1/8" PT air ports, the unit secures an exact ±0.05° non-rotating tolerance. This precision keeps a gripper or blade perfectly square under off-centre loads up to the permissible torque limit for this 85 mm stroke. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion. The standard built-in magnet pairs seamlessly with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches across four sensor grooves.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X85S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X85S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 85 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 TCL32X85S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×85 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM32X85 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X85S Is Used
PCB Handling Lift
Lifts populated PCB trays using 402 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. The steel-ball linear bearing guarantees smooth vertical travel with zero stick-slip, while the ±0.05° anti-rotation tolerance keeps the delicate payload perfectly level.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
Transfers machined components via a gripper mounted off the cylinder centreline. The twin guide rods absorb the resulting moment load, maintaining precise alignment without needing an external linear guide rail.
Press-Fit Pin Insertion
Drives a contact pin into a connector housing with 563 N of thrust at 0.7 MPa. The rigid integrated body and low-friction bearing ensure the Ø16 mm rod pushes straight down without binding.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL32X85S the Right Cylinder?
If your application requires slightly less force, the Ø25 bore yields about 245 N of push at 0.5 MPa. Stepping up to the Ø40 bore provides roughly 628 N of thrust, giving you a broader margin for heavier radial loads. The TCL steel-ball bearing is optimized for smooth, high-cycle vertical duty; choose the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing if your duty involves severe impacts or heavily dusty radial loads. Remember that this guided unit resists rotation, not gravity: if air pressure drops, the rod drifts, so deploy an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe holding. To replace this exact unit, specify bore 32, stroke 85, 1/8" port size, PT thread, 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 TCL32X85S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 32 mm bore double-acting cylinder delivers 402 N of push force and 302 N of pull force. Raising the supply to 0.7 MPa increases the push output to 563 N. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 82 kgf.
No, the TC series uses a fixed rubber TPU bumper at each end to soften the stop. There is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw to tune. Additionally, the guide prevents rotation but will not hold a vertical load if air pressure is lost; add a rod lock for fail-safe positioning.
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