Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X20SH
The AirTAC TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X20SH is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 20mm 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
- Stroke20 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 TCM16X20SH
The AirTAC TCM16X20SH is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust brass sliding bearing. It generates 101 N of push and 75 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, peaking at 141 N when supplied with 0.7 MPa. Because the drive piston runs between two integrated guide rods, you get a self-contained unit that carries side load and torque without needing an external linear rail. This 16 mm bore version uses an Ø8 mm piston rod and M5x0.8 ports, yielding a tight ±0.09° non-rotating tolerance that keeps a gripper or blade perfectly square under off-centre loads.
Designed for dirty, knocking environments, the brass sleeve shrugs off grit, coolant, and weld spatter where a steel-ball guide would jam or wear prematurely. It offers roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. The Viton (FKM) seals extend the operating temperature range, while fixed TPU bumpers absorb the end-of-stroke shock without any air-cushion screw to adjust. A standard built-in magnet enables position feedback, and the H-suffix denotes PT tapered threading on the ports.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X20SH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X20SH |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 20 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 TCM16X20SH
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL16X20 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X20SH Is Used
3D Printer Filament Spool Brake
Applies 101 N of resistance at 0.5 MPa to tension a filament roll. The brass sleeve tolerates plastic dust without jamming, while the ±0.09° anti-rotation keeps the brake pad flat against the spool flange.
PCB Depaneling Saw Guide
Holds a fibreglass board steady against a cutting blade. The integrated guide rods handle the lateral cutting force without an external rail, and the Viton seals survive the heat generated by high-speed routing.
Small Parts Diverter Gate
Pushes a lightweight flap to sort components on a line. Fixed rubber bumpers silently stop the 20 mm stroke, and the twin-rod body resists torsional stress when the flap catches an asymmetric carton.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM16X20SH the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 16 mm bore involves balancing your thrust requirements against the available space. Stepping down to the Ø12 model reduces your output to 57 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas moving up to the Ø20 bore increases that figure to 157 N. Choose the sibling TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing instead if your application demands low friction, extreme precision, or high vertical loading. For a fail-safe stop during air loss, remember this unit drifts downward if pressure is removed, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Replacement parts must match the 16 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, PT thread, and standard S magnet.
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 TCM16X20SH FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it 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.
Stroke ends are softened by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion. There is no cushion screw to tune, ensuring consistent stopping without manual adjustment.
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