Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL80X30S
The AirTAC Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL80X30S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø80mm bore and 30mm 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.
- BoreØ80 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port size3/8"
- BearingSteel-ball linear bearing
- Non-rotating±0.04°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL80X30S
The AirTAC TCL80X30S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust steel-ball linear bearing. A central drive piston runs between two Ø25 mm guide rods in a single integrated body, eliminating the need for an external linear slide. This design carries heavy side loads and torque directly, yielding a tight non-rotating tolerance of ±0.04° to keep plates or tooling perfectly square under offset forces. Generating 2513 N of push at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting unit is built for demanding positioning tasks.
The steel-ball bearing provides low-friction, high-precision travel without the stick-slip common to plain bushings, making it highly effective for vertical lifts. Air feeds through 3/8" ports to drive the Ø25 mm piston rod at speeds of 50-400 mm/s. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion. The standard built-in magnet supports CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches across four sensor slots, while precision locating holes ensure you can swap the unit without re-teaching the position.
Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL80X30S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL80X30S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCL JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø80 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Steel-ball linear bearing |
| Port size | 3/8" |
| Guide-rod dia. | Ø25 mm |
| 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 | 50 – 400 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 (Ø80mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 2513 N | 2268 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 3519 N | — |
| Max | 513 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø25 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 TCL80X30S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| L | Bearing: Steel-ball linear bearing (L = linear ball). |
| 80 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCM80X30 (brass sliding bearing, more impact/dust tolerant). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL80X30S Is Used
Heavy Pallet Gate Stop
Halts loaded pallets on a conveyor using 2513 N of thrust, relying on the rigid twin-rod body to absorb the radial impact without an external shock absorber.
Press Ram Actuation
Lowers a heavy stamping ram smoothly with the steel-ball linear bearing, ensuring the tooling stays perfectly aligned within ±0.04° during high-force downward cycles.
Large Panel Transfer
Shifts broad sheet-metal panels between stations where the integrated guide prevents twisting under the off-centre weight without requiring a separate linear rail.
Is the Airtac TCL Triple Axis Cylinder TCL80X30S the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 80 mm bore provides 2513 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires less force, stepping down to the Ø63 bore yields 1559 N; conversely, moving up to the Ø100 bore delivers 3929 N. Choose the sibling TCM series with its brass sliding bearing if your duty cycle involves severe impacts or heavily dusty radial loads. To replace this cylinder, match the 80 mm bore, 30 mm stroke, 3/8" port size, PT thread form, and the standard S magnet.
Note that the guide resists rotation but will not hold a load vertically if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, as the rod will drift. For fail-safe position holding, install an external rod lock or a 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 TCL80X30S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 2513 N of push and 2268 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 3519 N, with a theoretical maximum force of 513 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operational speed range is 50-400 mm/s.
No, the TC series uses a fixed rubber TPU bumper at each end to soften the end-of-stroke impact. There is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw to tune.
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