Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 50mm stroke on twin guide rods. Its integrated brass sliding bearing gives high radial-load and impact resistance — about double the horizontal impact tolerance of a plain cylinder, holding the tool square to ±0.05° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ100 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port size3/8"
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.05°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S
The AirTAC TCM100X50S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder engineered for heavy-duty automation. A central Ø25 mm piston rod drives the load while twin Ø32 mm guide rods in a brass sliding bearing absorb radial forces and torque. This integrated guide body eliminates the need to align a separate linear rail. Delivering 3927 N of push at 0.5 MPa, it is built for moving substantial masses. The brass sleeve shrugs off weld spatter, coolant, and grit that would destroy a steel-ball guide, offering roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder.
Precision is locked down by a ±0.05° non-rotating tolerance, keeping large grippers or plates perfectly square under off-centre loads. Air enters via 3/8" PT ports, and the unit operates at 50-400 mm/s. Stroke termination uses fixed TPU elastomer pads at each end to soften mechanical stops, as there is no adjustable air cushion. A standard built-in magnet feeds position feedback to CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches mounted in any of the four sensor slots.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 50 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Brass sliding bearing |
| Port size | 3/8" |
| Guide-rod dia. | Ø32 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 | ±0.05° (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 (Ø100mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3927 N | 3682 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | — |
| Max | 801 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 TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL100X50 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S Is Used
Foundry Mould Pusher
With 5498 N of thrust at 0.7 MPa, this cylinder shifts heavy sand moulds. The brass sliding bearing tolerates extreme heat and abrasive grit that would jam a steel-ball guide.
Heavy Pallet Stopper
Halting loaded pallets on a transfer line subjects the rod to severe radial impact. The twin Ø32 mm guide rods carry the moment load, while the ±0.05° tolerance keeps the stop blade square.
Weld Cell Clamp
Clamping thick steel plates in a robotic weld cell exposes the cylinder to spatter and slag. The brass sleeve shrugs off contamination while delivering 3927 N of clamping force at 0.5 MPa.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 100 mm bore when your application requires massive thrust, specifically 3927 N of push at 0.5 MPa or 5498 N at 0.7 MPa. If you need less force, stepping down to the Ø80 bore yields 2513 N of push at 0.5 MPa, which may better suit lighter gating tasks. Because this is the largest standard bore, there is no larger option in the range. The 50 mm stroke is well within the 250 mm maximum, ensuring standard availability.
Select the sister TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing instead only if your duty cycle demands low-friction precision or vertical high-load handling without contamination. Remember that this TCM unit does not hold its load if air pressure drops or the valve is centred—the rod will drift. For fail-safe vertical positioning, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. This SKU includes the standard magnet (S) and PT threaded ports.
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 TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X50S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 100 mm bore cylinder provides 3927 N of push and 3682 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 5498 N. The maximum theoretical force is 801 kgf.
Each end of the cylinder features a fixed rubber TPU bumper that absorbs the mechanical shock at the stroke limits. The TC series does not use an adjustable air cushion or cushion screw, so no manual tuning is required.
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