Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM10X10S
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM10X10S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø10mm bore and 10mm 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 ±0.1° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ10 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.1°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM10X10S
The AirTAC TCM10X10S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust brass sliding bearing. It delivers 39 N of push and 29 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, driven by a Ø5 mm piston rod. Because the drive piston runs between two integrated guide rods, you get anti-rotation precision of ±0.1° without bolting on an external linear slide. This makes the unit ideal for compact, off-centre gripping or lifting tasks where a standard round body would twist.
This 10 mm bore variant thrives in dirty, knocking environments. The brass sliding bearing shrugs off dust, grit, and hard radial impacts better than a steel-ball guide, offering roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. Stroke termination is softened by fixed TPU bumpers at both ends, as there is no adjustable air cushion to tune. Plumbing is simplified by an M5x0.8 port, and the standard built-in magnet works with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches across four sensor slots.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM10X10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM10X10S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø10 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Brass sliding bearing |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 0.7 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.2 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 500 mm/s |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.1° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 30 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 (Ø10mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 39 N | 29 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 55 N | — |
| Max | 6 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø5 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 TCM10X10S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 10 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL10X10 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM10X10S Is Used
PCB Pick-and-Place Gripper
Uses 39 N of thrust to lift small circuit boards. The ±0.1° non-rotating accuracy keeps the gripper jaws perfectly square during off-centre picks.
Sawmill Blade Guide Stop
Handles dusty environments where a ball bearing would jam. The brass sliding bearing tolerates wood grit and knocks while positioning a fence.
Small Parts Diverter Gate
Employs 29 N of pull at 0.5 MPa to snap a lightweight gate shut. The twin-rod body absorbs side loads from deflecting moving items on the line.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM10X10S the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 10 mm bore when you need compact guided motion with 39 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires less force, the 6 mm bore offers 14 N of push; stepping up to the 12 mm bore yields 57 N. For low-friction, high-precision vertical lifting instead of dirty impact duty, consider the sibling TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing. Remember that air pressure drives both extension and retraction, so if power drops, the rod will drift downward—install an external pilot check valve if you need fail-safe load holding.
This configuration includes the standard S magnet and PT threaded ports. With a 10 mm stroke operating at 50-500 mm/s, it fits tight transfer assemblies. To replace it, match the 10 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, and PT thread.
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 0.2 – 0.7 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 TCM10X10S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 10 mm bore cylinder generates 39 N of push and 29 N of pull. At its maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 55 N. The theoretical maximum force is 6 kgf.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion. Each end of the cylinder relies on a fixed rubber TPU bumper to absorb the impact of the stroke. You cannot tune a cushion screw on this model.
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