Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X150SH
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X150SH is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 150mm 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 ±0.06° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke150 mm
- Port size1/8"
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.06°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X150SH
The AirTAC TCM40X150SH is a JIS standard twin-rod guided cylinder engineered for double-acting operation. A central drive piston runs between two guide rods integrated into a single robust body, completely eliminating the need for an external linear rail. Equipped with a brass sliding bearing, this 40 mm bore unit generates 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa while maintaining an exact non-rotating tolerance of ±0.06° to keep blades or grippers perfectly square under offset loads. The integrated design saves valuable machine space and removes the alignment work typically required when matching a separate cylinder to a guide.
Featuring a 150 mm stroke, a Ø16 mm piston rod, and 1/8" PT ports, the TCM40X150SH is built for harsh, dirty environments. The brass sliding bearing shrugs off grit, weld spatter, and hard knocks, delivering roughly twice the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion, absorbing shock without requiring manual tuning. A standard built-in magnet enables position sensing across four sensor slots, and Viton (FKM) seals extend the operating temperature range for demanding industrial duty.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X150SH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X150SH |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 150 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 | ±0.06° (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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max | 128 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø16 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 TCM40X150SH
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×150 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL40X150 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X150SH Is Used
Pallet Transfer Line Stop
Halting heavy moving pallets on a dusty transfer line is effortless with 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The brass sliding bearing tolerates abrasive debris and hard end impacts where a steel-ball guide would jam or wear prematurely.
Off-Centre Gripper Slide
Moving a heavy part via an offset gripper relies on the ±0.06° non-rotating accuracy of this twin-rod unit. The integrated guide rods carry the resulting moment load directly, removing the need to align a separate external slide rail.
Foundry Sand-Mould Push
Pressing sand-mould patterns in a gritty foundry environment demands high radial load capacity and impact tolerance. The brass sliding bearing shrugs off contaminated air and knocks, while Viton FKM seals withstand elevated ambient heat.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X150SH the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this model, consider moving a step in either direction based on your thrust requirements. The smaller Ø32 bore yields about 402 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas scaling up to the Ø50 bore provides 982 N, letting you fine-tune the load capacity. If your application demands high-precision linear movement or very low friction for vertical lifting, the sister TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing is the better choice; the TCM brass sliding bearing is purpose-built for dirty, impacting, heavy-radial-duty work. Remember that guided cylinders do not hold their load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, as the rod will drift; install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning. This configuration includes the standard magnet (S) and PT thread form.
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 TCM40X150SH FAQ
The 40 mm bore double-acting cylinder generates 628 N of push and 528 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa the push force reaches 880 N, with a theoretical maximum force of 128 kgf. It operates on filtered air between 0.15 and 1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw. Each end lands on a fixed TPU rubber bumper that softens the mechanical stop. The standard built-in magnet works seamlessly with AirTAC CS1 reed and DS1 electronic switches fitted into any of the four body slots.
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