Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM25X250SH
The AirTAC TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM25X250SH is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 250mm 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 ±0.08° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke250 mm
- Port size1/8"
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.08°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM25X250SH
The AirTAC TCM25X250SH 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. Generating 245 N of push at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting unit handles heavy side loads and knocks with roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. The brass sleeve design excels in dusty, contaminated environments where a steel-ball guide might jam.
This 250 mm stroke model restricts rotational twist to a tight ±0.08 degrees, keeping off-centre grippers or plates perfectly square under load. It features a Viton (FKM) seal for broader temperature endurance and a Ø12 mm piston rod. End-of-travel impacts are absorbed by fixed rubber TPU bumpers, meaning there is no adjustable air cushion screw to set. The standard built-in magnet allows position feedback, while upper and side 1/8" port groups let you route pneumatic lines from whichever face has clearance.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM25X250SH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM25X250SH |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 250 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Brass sliding bearing |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| 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 | ±0.08° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 250 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 (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 245 N | 189 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 344 N | — |
| Max | 50 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø12 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 TCM25X250SH
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL25X250 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM25X250SH Is Used
Foundry Sand-Mould Pusher
Withstands hot grit and abrasive dust while pushing moulding frames, using its 245 N thrust and impact-tolerant brass bearings where a ball guide would rapidly wear and jam.
Heavy Pallet Gate Stop
Halts moving pallets on a transfer line; the brass sliding sleeve absorbs the hard lateral knock, while the ±0.08 degree non-rotating accuracy keeps the stop plate perfectly vertical.
Off-Centre Gripper Slide
Transfers asymmetric parts across a 250 mm span. The twin guide rods carry the induced torque, preventing the Ø12 mm rod from twisting during the pick-and-place cycle.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM25X250SH the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 25 mm bore provides 245 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, the smaller Ø20 bore generates about 157 N of push; stepping up to the Ø32 bore yields 402 N. At 250 mm, this stroke hits the maximum standard limit for this bore size. The code specifies PT tapered ports and the standard built-in magnet (S). 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.
Remember that the twin guide rods resist rotation, not gravity. If air pressure drops or the directional valve is centred, the rod will drift and drop. You must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load safely in place without live air.
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 TCM25X250SH FAQ
This double-acting cylinder operates from 0.15 to 1.0 MPa. It delivers 245 N push and 189 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 344 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 50 kgf.
Deceleration relies on fixed rubber TPU bumpers at each end; there is no adjustable air cushion. The standard built-in magnet works with AirTAC CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches fitted into any of the four body slots.
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