Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X30SH
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X30SH is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 30mm 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 ±0.05° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port size1/4"
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.05°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X30SH
The AirTAC TCM50X30SH is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust brass sliding bearing. This double-acting actuator integrates the drive piston and two guide rods into a single body, eliminating the need for an external linear rail. It delivers 982 N of push force and 825 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for heavy-duty positioning tasks on a 30 mm stroke.
Designed for harsh environments, the brass bearing shrugs off grit, coolant, and weld spatter where a steel-ball guide would jam, providing roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. The Ø20 mm piston rod and 1/4" PT ports ensure high flow, while the integrated guide maintains a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.05° to keep blades or plates perfectly square under offset loads. Stroke terminations are absorbed by fixed TPU rubber bumpers, meaning there is no adjustable air cushion screw to set.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X30SH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X30SH |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Brass sliding bearing |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| 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 | ±0.05° (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 (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 825 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max | 200 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø20 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 TCM50X30SH
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL50X30 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X30SH Is Used
Pallet Stop Gate
With 982 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa, this cylinder halts heavy pallets on a transfer line, its brass sliding bearing surviving repeated hard knocks better than a ball guide.
Foundry Pattern Push
The brass bearing tolerates abrasive sand and extreme heat in foundries, pushing moulding patterns on a 30 mm stroke without jamming from grit ingress.
Weld Cell Clamp
An off-centre clamping arm stays square thanks to the ±0.05° non-rotating tolerance, while the bearing resists weld spatter and grinding dust in robotic weld cells.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X30SH the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this model, consider moving a bore step in either direction: the smaller Ø40 bore yields about 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas the larger Ø63 bore provides 1559 N. Choose the TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing instead if your application demands low-friction precision or high vertical load handling rather than heavy radial impact resistance. This TCM50X30SH includes the standard built-in magnet for position sensing and uses PT threaded ports. Note that a guided cylinder will not hold a load if air pressure drops; install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning.
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 TCM50X30SH FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 50 mm bore cylinder provides 982 N of push force and 825 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf.
Yes, high-temperature Viton (FKM) seals are available to expand the operating range. Every unit ships with a standard built-in magnet compatible with AirTAC CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches, which drop into any of the four sensor slots on the body.
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