Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X250-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X250-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 250mm 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
- Stroke250 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 TCL50X250-S
The AirTAC TCL50X250-S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder with a double-acting drive piston running between two guide rods in one integrated body. It uses a steel-ball linear bearing for low-friction, high-precision travel, delivering 982 N of push force and 825 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The integrated guide unit eliminates the need to align a separate external linear rail, saving space and assembly time.
With a 50 mm bore and 250 mm stroke, this model carries an Ø20 mm piston rod on 1/4 inch ports. The steel-ball bearing ensures smooth vertical movement without the stick-slip of plain bearings, while the twin-rod geometry holds a tight ±0.04° non-rotating tolerance to keep a gripper or blade square under off-centre loads. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion, and the standard built-in magnet works with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches across four sensor slots.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X250-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X250-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 250 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 TCL50X250-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM50X250 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X250-S Is Used
Vertical Panel Lifter
Lifts heavy sheet metal or composite panels using 982 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa, leveraging the steel-ball linear bearing for smooth, stick-slip-free vertical travel without an external rail.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
Moves an offset gripper between machining stations while the twin guide rods hold the ±0.04° non-rotating tolerance, keeping the part square under dynamic radial loading.
Heavy Pallet Gate Stop
Halts a loaded pallet on a conveyor using the 200 kgf maximum theoretical force, relying on the integrated guide rods to absorb the side-impact torque directly.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X250-S the Right Cylinder?
Choosing this 50 mm bore guided cylinder gives you 982 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires less force, the neighbouring Ø40 bore provides 628 N of push, while stepping up to the Ø63 bore yields 1559 N for heavier radial loads. If your duty cycle involves high impact or dusty environments, consider the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead of this linear ball unit.
When ordering a replacement, confirm the 50 mm bore, 250 mm stroke, 1/4 inch port size, and PT thread form. The built-in magnet (S) is standard. Note that the guide prevents rotation but does not hold the load if air pressure is lost; for fail-safe position holding against gravity, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
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 TCL50X250-S FAQ
The 50 mm bore generates 982 N of push and 825 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, 1374 N of push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 200 kgf. It uses a 1/4 inch port size with an Ø20 mm piston rod.
No, the TC series uses a fixed rubber TPU bumper at each end to soften the stop, meaning there is no air-cushion screw to set. The standard built-in magnet also supports CS1 reed and DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots.
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