Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM12X25SH
The AirTAC TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM12X25SH is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 25mm 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 ±0.10° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.10°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM12X25SH
The AirTAC TCM12X25SH is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust brass sliding bearing. It integrates the drive piston and dual guide rods into a single body, eliminating the need for an external linear rail while delivering 57 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The brass sleeve design shrugs off dust and hard knocks, providing roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a conventional plain cylinder where a steel-ball guide might jam.
This double-acting unit utilizes a Ø6 mm piston rod and M5x0.8 PT threaded ports. It holds an off-centre load square with a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.1°. Stroke termination is absorbed by fixed rubber TPU bumpers, meaning there is no adjustable air cushion screw to tune. The standard built-in magnet enables position tracking via CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM12X25SH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM12X25SH |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 25 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Brass sliding bearing |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| 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 | ±0.10° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 150 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 (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 57 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 79 N | — |
| Max | 12 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø6 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 TCM12X25SH
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×25 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL12X25 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM12X25SH Is Used
3D Printer Filament Spool Brake
Applies 57 N of holding force to tension a filament spool. The brass sliding bearing tolerates plastic dust, and ±0.1° non-rotation keeps the brake arm perfectly aligned.
PCB Depaneling Saw Clamp
Secures circuit boards during routing. The M5x0.8 ported actuator handles fibreglass dust where a ball bearing would jam, gripping firmly with 42 N of pull force.
Lab Vial Sorting Gate
Diverts glass vials on a conveyor. The fixed TPU bumpers ensure soft, quiet stops without requiring adjustment, while the compact 25 mm stroke fits tight enclosures.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM12X25SH the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this model, compare its 57 N thrust (at 0.5 MPa) with neighbouring bores: stepping down to Ø10 yields 39 N, while moving up to Ø16 provides 101 N. Choose the sister TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing instead if your application demands low-friction precision or high vertical load capacity rather than impact tolerance. To match this exact unit for replacement, specify the 12 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, PT port thread, and the standard S magnet.
Remember that the guide resists rotation, not gravity; if air pressure drops or the directional valve centers, the rod will drift downward. For fail-safe vertical holding, install an external pilot-operated check valve or rod lock. The Viton (FKM) seals on this variant extend the operating temperature envelope compared to standard NBR, suiting hotter environments.
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 TCM12X25SH FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 12 mm bore cylinder generates 57 N of push force and 42 N of pull force. At its maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 79 N. The theoretical maximum force is 12 kgf.
Yes, the standard built-in magnet works with AirTAC CS1 reed and DS1 electronic switches across four available body slots. End-of-stroke impacts are softened by fixed rubber TPU bumpers; there is no adjustable air cushion screw on this series.
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