Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X45S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X45S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 45mm 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.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke45 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 TCL40X45S
The AirTAC TCL40X45S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a steel-ball linear bearing. It produces 628 N of push and 528 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, driven by a Ø16 mm piston rod. The integrated twin guide rods eliminate the need for an external linear slide, absorbing side loads and torque directly while maintaining a tight ±0.05° non-rotating tolerance to keep tools perfectly square under offset loads.
This 45 mm stroke unit uses a low-friction linear bearing that ensures smooth, stick-slip-free vertical travel. It features 1/8" PT ports and includes a standard built-in magnet (S) for position sensing. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion, simplifying setup. Two independent upper and side port groups allow pneumatic plumbing from whichever face is clear, while precision locating holes let you swap the unit out without re-teaching its mounted position.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X45S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X45S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 45 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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max | 128 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 TCL40X45S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×45 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM40X45 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X45S Is Used
PCB Handling Z-Axis Lowering
Lowers a pick-and-place head with 628 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. The steel-ball linear bearing provides the friction-free, high-precision descent needed for delicate board handling without stick-slip.
Pallet Divert Stopper
Halts moving pallets on a packaging line. The twin guide rods absorb the side impact and torque, while the ±0.05° non-rotating tolerance keeps the stopper blade perfectly aligned.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
Transfers an asymmetrical part where the center of mass pulls sideways. The integrated guide handles the moment load directly, removing the need to align a separate cylinder to an external rail.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X45S the Right Cylinder?
Select this 40 mm bore when your application requires roughly 628 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, the Ø32 bore yields about 402 N of push; stepping up to the Ø50 bore provides 982 N. For environments with heavy impact loads or dusty radial-duty cycles, consider the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead of this linear-ball variant. To replace this unit, match the 40 mm bore, 45 mm stroke, 1/8" port, PT thread, and standard S magnet.
Keep in mind that the TCL guide resists rotation but does not hold a load vertically if air pressure drops or the valve is centered—the rod will drift. For a fail-safe drop prevention, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Since the stroke is under the 250 mm maximum, it ships as a standard configuration.
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 TCL40X45S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 40 mm bore cylinder generates 628 N of push and 528 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 880 N. The theoretical maximum force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
There is no adjustable air cushion; each end lands on a fixed TPU bumper to soften the stop. The standard built-in magnet (S) works with AirTAC CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches mounted in any of the four sensor slots.
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