Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X125S
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X125S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 125mm 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
- Stroke125 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 TCM16X125S
The AirTAC TCM16X125S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust brass sliding bearing. As a double-acting drive, it generates 101 N of push and 75 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. The integrated twin guide rods eliminate the need to align an external linear rail, saving assembly time. An integrated body locates the drive piston between the two guides, carrying moment loads directly.
This 16 mm bore unit holds a non-rotating accuracy of ±0.09 degrees, keeping a gripper or blade square under off-centre loads. The brass sliding bearing shrugs off grit, coolant and hard knocks, offering about double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. Stroke termination relies on fixed TPU rubber pads at each end, meaning there is no adjustable air cushion screw to tune. A standard built-in magnet allows position detection, and the Ø8 mm piston rod uses M5x0.8 ports.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X125S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X125S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 125 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 TCM16X125S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×125 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL16X125 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X125S Is Used
Pallet Stop Gate
Halts moving pallets on a dusty transfer line; the brass sliding bearing tolerates grit and side-impact where a ball guide would wear, providing 101 N of stopping force.
Off-Centre Gripper Slide
Picks and places uneven parts with a gripper; the ±0.09-degree non-rotating tolerance keeps the tool square against the moment load.
Weld-Cell Clamp
Positions a clamping fixture near weld spatter and coolant splash; the twin guide rods handle the radial load while delivering 141 N of push at 0.7 MPa.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X125S the Right Cylinder?
Choosing this 16 mm bore provides 101 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If your task requires less force, stepping down to the 12 mm bore yields 57 N of push, while moving up to the 20 mm bore delivers 157 N. The brass sliding bearing is optimal for dirty environments where a TCL steel-ball linear bearing might jam from contamination; choose the TCL instead for low-friction precision or vertical high-load handling. Remember that air pressure loss will let the rod drift, as the guide resists rotation but not gravity, so add an external rod lock for fail-safe holding. This SKU includes the standard S magnet 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 0.15 – 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 TCM16X125S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this double-acting cylinder provides 101 N of push and 75 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 141 N. The theoretical maximum force is 21 kgf.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion. Both ends use fixed rubber TPU bumpers to soften the impact. For position feedback, the standard built-in magnet works with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in the four sensor slots.
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