Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X40-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X40-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 40mm 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
- Stroke40 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 TCL50X40-S
The AirTAC TCL50X40-S is a JIS double-acting guided twin-rod cylinder integrating a steel-ball linear bearing. It produces 982 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and holds a strict ±0.04° non-rotating tolerance, keeping grippers or plates perfectly square under off-centre loads. The integrated twin guide rods completely remove the need for an external linear slide, saving valuable machine space and alignment effort.
A built-in magnet (S) is standard, accepting CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots. Stroke termination relies on fixed rubber TPU bumpers at both ends rather than an adjustable air cushion. The Ø20 piston rod and 1/4" PT ports provide robust plumbing and load capacity for demanding vertical lift or high-cycle positioning tasks.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X40-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X40-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 TCL50X40-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×40 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM50X40 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X40-S Is Used
Precision Vertical Lift
Lifting heavy packaging platens smoothly without stick-slip. The steel-ball linear bearing handles the 982 N thrust at 0.5 MPa while maintaining ±0.04° squareness during vertical travel.
Off-Centre Gripper Transfer
Moving heavy machined parts between CNC stations. The twin guide rods absorb the moment load of an offset gripper, keeping the jaw alignment precise over a 40 mm stroke.
Heavy Pallet Stopper
Halting loaded pallets on an assembly line. The integrated body resists the side load of a moving mass, delivering 1374 N of stopping force at 0.7 MPa without needing a separate shock absorber rail.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL50X40-S the Right Cylinder?
Choosing this 50 mm bore yields 982 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires less force, the neighbouring Ø40 bore provides 628 N, while stepping up to the Ø63 bore delivers 1559 N, letting you adjust a size in either direction. Select the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing instead if your duty involves heavy radial impacts or dusty environments.
When ordering a replacement, confirm the 50 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, 1/4" port size, and PT thread form. Remember that a guided cylinder cannot hold a load unpowered; if air pressure drops, the rod will drift. Install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe vertical positioning.
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 TCL50X40-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it generates 982 N of push and 825 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion screw. Each end of the cylinder uses a fixed rubber TPU bumper to soften the impact. You must size the moving mass and speed (30-500 mm/s) to suit this fixed damping.
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