Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X90S
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X90S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø100mm bore and 90mm 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
- Stroke90 mm
- Port size3/8"
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.05°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X90S
The AirTAC TCM100X90S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder engineered for heavy-duty linear motion. A 100 mm bore drive piston operates between two Ø32 mm guide rods in a single integrated body, completely removing the need for an external linear slide. This double-acting actuator generates 3927 N of push and 3682 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, scaling to 5498 N of thrust at 0.7 MPa. Designed with a brass sliding bearing, it shrugs off dust, weld spatter, and hard mechanical knocks, offering roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a conventional plain cylinder.
Precision is tightly controlled, maintaining a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.05° to keep wide gripper plates or heavy blades perfectly square under offset loads. The Ø25 mm piston rod feeds through 3/8" ports, ensuring high airflow for rapid cycling at 50-400 mm/s. Stroke termination relies on fixed TPU elastomer pads at each end, absorbing impact without requiring any air-cushion adjustment screws. A standard built-in magnet enables position feedback via CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in the four sensor slots, while precision locating holes guarantee repeatable mounting alignment.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X90S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X90S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Stroke | 90 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 TCM100X90S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×90 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL100X90 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X90S Is Used
Foundry Sand Mold Press
Tolerates extreme heat and airborne grit while applying 5498 N of force at 0.7 MPa to compact heavy foundry sand molds, a task where abrasive debris would destroy a steel-ball guide.
Pallet Accumulation Stop
Halts heavy loaded pallets on a transfer line; the brass sliding bearing absorbs the 3927 N horizontal impact load without deflecting, keeping the stop blade square under eccentric collisions.
Heavy Plate Indexing Gate
Moves a massive steel safety gate on a fabrication station, utilizing the ±0.05° non-rotating tolerance and twin Ø32 mm guide rods to prevent binding across the 90 mm stroke.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM100X90S the Right Cylinder?
Selecting the TCM100X90S provides maximum guided thrust within the AirTAC standard range. If 3927 N of push at 0.5 MPa exceeds your requirement, stepping down to the Ø80 bore yields 2513 N of push, conserving footprint and air volume. As the largest available bore, this 100 mm option represents the ceiling for standard guided force. When choosing between the TCM and TCL series, remember the TCL uses steel-ball linear bearings for low-friction, high-precision vertical lifting, whereas this TCM brass sliding bearing excels in dirty, impacting environments where a ball guide would jam or wear prematurely.
Keep in mind that guided cylinders do not hold loads if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the rod will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning. This SKU features a 90 mm stroke, PT threaded 3/8" ports, and the standard built-in S magnet. If your stroke requirement exceeds 250 mm, you must specify a made-to-order cylinder.
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 TCM100X90S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the cylinder provides 3927 N of push and 3682 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 5498 N. The theoretical maximum force is 801 kgf.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion. Each end of the cylinder uses a fixed rubber TPU bumper to soften the mechanical stop, ensuring reliable shock absorption without requiring manual tuning.
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