Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X60-S
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X60-S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 60mm 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
- Stroke60 mm
- Port size1/8"
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.06°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X60-S
The AirTAC TCM40X60-S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust brass sliding bearing. A central drive piston runs between two guide rods in a single integrated body, completely removing the need for an external linear rail while delivering 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa. The brass bearing shrugs off dust, grit, and hard knocks, providing roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder where a steel-ball guide would jam or wear prematurely in dirty environments.
This double-acting unit uses a Ø16 mm piston rod and 1/8" ports, achieving a tight ±0.06° non-rotating tolerance to keep your gripper or blade perfectly square under off-centre loads. Two independent port groups on the upper face and side allow flexible plumbing without extra elbows. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion, and the standard built-in magnet works seamlessly with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches across four sensor slots.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X60-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X60-S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 TCM40X60-S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL40X60 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X60-S Is Used
Pallet Stop Gate
Halts heavy pallets on a dusty transfer line with 628 N of force, where the brass sliding bearing tolerates abrasive grit and repeated side impacts without jamming.
Foundry Pattern Push
Pushes sand-mould patterns off-centre with 880 N at 0.7 MPa, relying on the ±0.06° anti-rotation tolerance to keep the tool plate square in a hot, dirty environment.
Weld-Cell Clamp
Clamps heavy steel frames in a robotic weld cell, absorbing weld spatter and hard mechanical knocks that would destroy a standard linear ball bearing.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM40X60-S the Right Cylinder?
Selecting this 40 mm bore provides 628 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa. If you need slightly less force, the Ø32 bore yields about 402 N; stepping up to the Ø50 bore provides 982 N of push at the same pressure. For applications demanding low-friction movement or extreme vertical precision rather than impact survival, the sister TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing is the better route. To replace this unit, match the 40 mm bore, 60 mm stroke, 1/8" port, PT thread, and standard S magnet.
Remember that the twin guide rods resist rotation but not gravity; if air pressure drops or the valve centres, the rod will drift downward. Install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if your load must remain safely locked in place during a pneumatic failure.
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 TCM40X60-S FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it generates 628 N of push and 528 N of pull. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 880 N. The theoretical maximum force is 128 kgf.
No, there is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw. Each end of stroke is absorbed by a fixed rubber TPU bumper, which softens the impact without requiring manual tuning.
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