Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X70-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X70-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 70mm 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
- Stroke70 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 TCL40X70-S
The AirTAC TCL40X70-S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a double-acting drive piston integrated between two guide rods. It utilizes a steel-ball linear bearing that ensures low-friction, high-precision travel with no stick-slip, making it ideal for vertical lifts and accurate high-cycle loads. Generating 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, this 40 mm bore unit is built to handle substantial workloads without needing an external linear guide.
The integrated guide unit delivers a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.05°, keeping your gripper or plate perfectly square under off-centre loads. It features a Ø16 mm piston rod and 1/8" PT ports. Stroke motion concludes on a fixed rubber TPU bumper at each end, as there is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw to set. The standard built-in magnet works seamlessly with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches across four sensor slots, while dual upper and side port groups let you plumb from whichever face is clear.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X70-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X70-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 70 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 TCL40X70-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×70 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM40X70 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X70-S Is Used
Vertical Panel Lift
Lifts heavy sheet metal panels with 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa. The steel-ball linear bearing ensures smooth, stick-slip-free vertical travel, while the ±0.05° non-rotating tolerance keeps the panel level throughout the 70 mm stroke.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
Transfers heavy machined parts using an offset gripper. The twin guide rods absorb the resulting moment load, maintaining precise alignment without requiring a separate external linear slide to support the tooling.
Welding Fixture Actuation
Positions a heavy welding clamp with 880 N of thrust at 0.7 MPa. Four sensor slots accommodate DS1 electronic switches for exact rod position feedback, and the dual port groups simplify air plumbing in tight robotic cells.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL40X70-S the Right Cylinder?
Choosing this 40 mm bore yields 628 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, the Ø32 bore provides about 402 N of push at the same pressure. Stepping up to the Ø50 bore gives roughly 982 N for heavier tooling. Select the sibling TCM series instead if your application involves high impact or dusty radial loads, as it uses a brass sliding bearing rather than the precision steel-ball bearing found here. Remember that a TC guide prevents rotation but cannot hold a load against gravity if air pressure drops; add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning. Replacement match: 40 mm bore, 70 mm stroke, 1/8" PT ports, standard 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 TCL40X70-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the TCL40X70-S generates 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 880 N. The theoretical maximum force at 1.0 MPa is 128 kgf.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw. Each end of the stroke is damped by a fixed rubber TPU bumper that softens the impact. The standard built-in magnet works with CS1 reed and DS1 electronic switches in the four sensor slots.
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