Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM6X20S
The AirTAC Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM6X20S is a genuine JIS-standard guided cylinder with a Ø6mm bore and 20mm 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 ±0.1° of rotation without any external linear guide.
- BoreØ6 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizeM3×0.5
- BearingBrass sliding bearing
- Non-rotating±0.1°
- CushionRubber bumper
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About the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM6X20S
The AirTAC TCM6X20S is a JIS standard twin-rod guided cylinder featuring a robust brass sliding bearing. It integrates a drive piston between two guide rods in a single body, eliminating the need for an external linear rail. Generating 14 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this 6 mm bore unit is tailored for compact assemblies. It operates at 0.2-0.7 MPa with a 50-500 mm/s speed range, utilizing an M3x0.5 port and a Ø3 mm piston rod for precise connections.
Designed for harsh or gritty environments, the brass sliding bearing shrugs off dust and hard impacts, offering about twice the horizontal impact resistance of a plain cylinder. The twin guide rods maintain a non-rotating tolerance of ±0.1°, keeping small grippers or plates perfectly square under off-centre loads. Stroke termination relies on a fixed TPU rubber bumper at each end, meaning there is no adjustable air cushion to tune. The standard built-in magnet enables position feedback via CS1 reed or DS1 electronic switches in any of the four sensor slots.
Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM6X20S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM6X20S |
|---|---|
| Series | TCM JIS guided (twin-rod) cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø6 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Bearing | Brass sliding bearing |
| Port size | M3×0.5 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 0.7 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.2 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 500 mm/s |
| Non-rotating tolerance | ±0.1° (retracted) |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper |
| Max std stroke | Up to 20 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 (Ø6mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 14 N | 11 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 20 N | — |
| Max | 2 kgf | |
Force is set by the bore and piston rod (Ø3 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 TCM6X20S
| TC | Tri-rod (guided, twin-rod) cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| M | Bearing: Brass sliding bearing (M = brass sliding). |
| 6 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet (standard on TC) for a magnetic sensor switch. |
Sister type: TCL6X20 (steel-ball linear bearing, lower friction & higher precision). Thread codes: blank = PT · G · T = NPT.
Where the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM6X20S Is Used
Small Component Pick-and-Place
Ideal for compact electronic assembly robots, the 14 N thrust and ±0.1° anti-rotation tolerance keep miniature grippers perfectly aligned while fetching tiny parts, even in slightly dusty panel interiors.
Light-Duty Blade Cutting
Drives thin cutting or scoring blades for flexible films. The brass sliding bearing tolerates edge side-loads without jamming, outperforming ball guides where adhesive dust accumulates.
3D Printer Filament Feeder
Acts as a compact tensioning arm for filament drive gears. The integrated twin-rod body removes the need for a separate slide rail, and the fixed TPU bumpers quietly absorb the rapid stroke stops.
Is the Airtac TCM Triple Axis Cylinder TCM6X20S the Right Cylinder?
At the smallest bore in the TCM range, the TCM6X20S provides 14 N push at 0.5 MPa and 20 N at its 0.7 MPa maximum. If your application requires slightly more force, the next size up is the Ø10 model, which delivers 39 N of push at 0.5 MPa. Choose this brass sliding bearing version over the TCL series when your duty cycle involves dust, weld spatter, or heavy radial impacts; pick the TCL with its steel-ball linear bearing only for low-friction, high-precision vertical movements. To match this exact unit, specify a 6 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, M3x0.5 PT thread, and the standard S magnet.
Keep in mind that guided cylinders do not hold loads unpowered. If air pressure drops or the valve centers, the rod will drift, as the guide prevents rotation but not gravity. For fail-safe vertical holding, add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 0.2 – 0.7 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 TCM6X20S FAQ
This 6 mm bore cylinder generates 14 N of push and 11 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. At its maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, the push force is 20 N. The theoretical maximum force is 2 kgf. Its proof pressure is 1.2 MPa.
No, the TCM series uses a fixed rubber TPU bumper at each end of the stroke to soften the impact. There is no adjustable air cushion or cushion screw to set. The brass sliding bearing handles the residual radial and impact loads.
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