
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X35S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 35mm 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.
The AirTAC TCM50X35S is a JIS-standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust brass sliding bearing. A drive piston operates between two guide rods within a single integrated body, eliminating the need for an external linear rail while actively preventing rotation. Generating 982 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting actuator is tailored for heavy-duty positioning. Its 35 mm stroke handles short-travel clamping and gating tasks with precision.
Built for harsh environments, the brass sliding bearing shrugs off dust, grit, and hard knocks, offering roughly double the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. The non-rotating tolerance of ±0.05° keeps a gripper or plate perfectly square under off-centre loads. Stroke ends are damped by fixed elastomer pads rather than an adjustable cushion. Air is plumbed via 1/4" ports, feeding a Ø20 mm piston rod.
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM50X35S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 35 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.
| 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.
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×35 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL50X35 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Delivering 982 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa, this cylinder compacts sand moulds. The brass sliding bearing tolerates abrasive grit and high impact where a steel-ball guide would jam.
Halting loaded pallets on a transfer line relies on the twin guide rods to absorb severe radial loads. The ±0.05° non-rotating accuracy keeps the stopper blade square during impact.
Clamping steel sections in a robotic weld cell exposes the actuator to spatter and heat. The brass bearing shrugs off contamination while the 1/4" ports deliver rapid clamping force.
When sizing this actuator, consider the neighbouring bores: stepping down to an Ø40 cylinder yields about 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to an Ø63 bore provides 1559 N. Choose this Ø50 model for medium-heavy radial loads. If your application demands low-friction movement or high-precision vertical handling, the sister TCL series with its steel-ball linear bearing is the better fit. Note that a TC cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure is lost; the rod drifts, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning. This SKU includes the standard built-in magnet (S) and uses default PT thread ports.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, this double-acting cylinder generates 982 N of push force and 825 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf.
Each end lands on a fixed TPU rubber bumper that softens the impact. The TC series does not feature an adjustable air cushion or cushion screw. The standard built-in magnet works with CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in the four body slots.
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