Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X25-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X25-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 25mm 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 ±0.04° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port size1/4"
- BearingSteel-ball linear bearing
- Non-rotating±0.04°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X25-S
The AirTAC TCL50X25-S is a JIS-standard double-acting twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a steel-ball linear bearing. A central drive piston runs between two guide rods in a single integrated body, eliminating the need for an external linear slide. This design carries side loads and torque directly, making it ideal for precise vertical lifts and high-cycle automation. The integrated guide unit prevents rotation, keeping tools square under off-centre loads.
Equipped with a Ø20 mm piston rod and 1/4" ports, this 50 mm bore model generates 982 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The steel-ball bearing ensures low-friction travel with no stick-slip, while the ±0.04° non-rotating tolerance maintains high-precision positioning. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion. The standard built-in magnet works with CS1 reed and DS1 electronic switches across four sensor slots.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X25-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X25-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 25 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Steel-ball linear bearing |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| 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 | ±0.04° (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 (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max | 200 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø20 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 TCL50X25-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×25 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM50X25 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X25-S Is Used
Precision Panel Lifting
Ideal for raising sheet metal or composite panels in assembly lines. The 982 N push force at 0.5 MPa handles substantial weight, while the steel-ball linear bearing provides smooth, stick-slip-free vertical motion.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
Moves heavy parts via an offset gripper. The twin guide rods carry the resulting moment load, and the ±0.04° non-rotating tolerance keeps the gripper perfectly square during high-speed transfer.
Welding Fixture Actuation
Positions heavy welding heads accurately. The integrated body removes the alignment work of matching a separate cylinder to a rail, and the four sensor slots allow position confirmation from any face.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X25-S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 50 mm bore guided cylinder, consider the neighbouring bores: a step down to Ø40 yields 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to Ø63 provides 1559 N. Choose the TCL steel-ball bearing for smooth, high-precision vertical lifts; for heavy impact loads or dusty radial-load environments, select the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead. To replace this unit, specify bore 50, stroke 25, 1/4" ports, PT thread form, and the standard S magnet.
Note that a TCL does not hold its load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centred, as the rod will drift; the guide resists rotation, not gravity. For a fail-safe hold, recommend an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. This 25 mm stroke falls within the standard range, requiring no made-to-order adjustments.
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 TCL50X25-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 50 mm bore cylinder generates 982 N of push force and 825 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, TC series cylinders do not use adjustable air cushions. Each end of the TCL50X25-S lands on a fixed TPU rubber bumper that softens the end of stroke. There is no cushion screw to set or adjust.
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