Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X10SH
The AirTAC TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X10SH is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø16mm 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 ±0.09° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.09°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X10SH
The AirTAC TCM16X10SH is a JIS-standard guided twin-rod cylinder built for double-acting operation. It integrates a drive piston between two guide rods within a single body, eliminating the need for an external linear slide. The brass sliding bearing provides roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder, shrugging off grit and hard knocks where a steel-ball guide would jam. Generating 101 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it carries an Ø8 mm piston rod on M5x0.8 ports.
This 16 mm bore model holds a tight ±0.09° non-rotating tolerance, keeping a gripper or blade square under off-centre loads. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion. A standard built-in magnet works with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches across four sensor slots, while the Viton (FKM) seals extend the operating temperature range for hotter environments.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X10SH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X10SH |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 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 | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 500 mm/s |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.09° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 200 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 75 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | — |
| Max | 21 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø8 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 TCM16X10SH
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL16X10 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X10SH Is Used
Stamping Pin Feeder
Pushes small metal pins into a stamping die. The brass sliding bearing tolerates shock loads and die vibration, delivering 101 N of thrust while keeping the tool square.
Foundry Sand-Pattern Ejector
Ejects sand mould patterns in a dusty, hot environment. The brass guide shrugs off abrasive grit where a ball bearing would jam, using Viton seals for high-temperature resilience.
Transfer Line Diverter Gate
Actuates a short-stroke diverter gate on a dusty transfer line. The twin guide rods absorb side-load from stopping moving parts without needing an external rail.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X10SH the Right Cylinder?
The 16 mm bore offers 101 N push and 75 N pull at 0.5 MPa (141 N push at 0.7 MPa, 21 kgf max theoretical force). If you need less thrust, step down to the Ø12 bore, which provides about 57 N of push at 0.5 MPa. If your application demands more force, the Ø20 bore gives roughly 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa. Choose the sibling TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing instead if your task requires low-friction movement, high-precision vertical lifting, or heavy radial loads without impact. The standard built-in magnet (S) and PT thread are included. Note that a TC cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centred; the rod drifts. For a fail-safe hold, 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 TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X10SH FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this double-acting cylinder provides 101 N of push and 75 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 141 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 21 kgf. It operates on filtered air at 0.15-1.0 MPa (proof pressure 1.5 MPa) and runs at speeds of 30-500 mm/s.
The TCM uses a brass sliding bearing built for impact tolerance, radial load, and dusty environments. In contrast, the TCL features a steel-ball linear bearing for low-friction, high-precision vertical loads. Each end of the TCM16X10SH lands on a fixed TPU bumper; there is no air-cushion screw to set.
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