Specifications: TCL20X60ST is a double-acting guided three-rod pneumatic cylinder with a 20 mm bore and 60 mm stroke, using linear ball bearings.
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Model code
Code
Meaning
TC
Guided three-rod cylinder
L
Linear ball bearing
(blank category)
Standard type
20
20 mm bore
X60
60 mm stroke
S
With magnet
T
NPT thread
Technical specifications
Parameter
Details
Acting type
Double acting
Fluid
Compressed air filtered through a 40 μm element
Operating pressure
0.15–1 MPa
Proof pressure
1.5 MPa
Temperature
−20 to +70 °C
Speed range
30–500 mm/s
Stroke tolerance
0 / +1.0 mm at stroke ≤100 mm; 0 / +1.5 mm above100 mm
Cushioning
Bumper
Non-rotating accuracy
±0.07°; angular movement of the fixing plate with the cylinder fully retracted
Port for the current model
NPT1/8
Magnet
Standard; non-magnetic configuration is not offered in this ordering table
Current-model dimensions
All numerical dimensions below are in millimeters. Lettered callouts retain the catalog drawing definitions; do not treat every callout as an overall dimension or mounting-hole pitch. Values containing stroke are evaluated for this model.
Parameter
Details
AB
16 mm
AD
10 mm
B
83 mm
BA
81 mm
C
36 mm
CA
30 mm
DB
10 mm
G
54 mm
J
3.5 mm
JA
3 mm
K
3 mm
KA
6 mm
KB
28 mm
L
M5 × 0.8
LA
13 mm
LB
72 mm
LC
24 mm
LD
70 mm
LE
18 mm
M
9.5 mm
MA
5.5 mm
MB
17 mm
N
5.5 mm
P
NPT1/8
PA
10.5 mm
PB
25 mm
PC
10.5 mm
PD
10.5 mm
PF
9 mm
R
M6 × 1.0
RA
12 mm
S
44 mm
U
8.5 mm
V
5.5 mm
W
4.5 mm
X
3 mm
Y
8 mm
D (guide rod)
10 mm
A + stroke
140 mm
DA
27 mm
MC
44 mm
KC
39 mm
AC + stroke
97 mm
PE + stroke
72.5 mm
K locating hole tolerance
+0.02 / 0 mm
KB locating-hole pitch tolerance
±0.02 mm
For detailed product dimensions and mounting drawings, please download and refer to the PDF catalog.
Load and torque selection
Parameter
Details
Maximum allowable torque for this bearing, bore and stroke
1.77 N·m
For TCM6/10, use the stroke-specific allowable load in newtons versus offset L in the catalog. For12–100 mm bores, the TCM and TCL load-mass curves are separate: the stated reference is L≤100 mm at400 mm/s. The speed-correction graph gives factors1.5 at200 mm/s,1.0 at400 mm/s and0.5 at500 mm/s. Apply only within this cylinder’s permitted speed range and check the actual load direction.
Internal structure and materials
1. Fixing plate: Carbon steel.
2. Guide rod: Medium-carbon steel.
3. Body: Aluminum alloy.
4. C retaining ring: Spring steel.
5. Front cover: Aluminum alloy.
6. Bumper: TPU.
7. Profile O-ring: NBR.
8. Hex-socket bolt: Alloy steel.
9. O-ring: NBR.
10. Bearing: Bearing steel for linear bearing; brass for sliding bearing.
11. C retaining ring: Spring steel.
12. Profile O-ring: NBR.
13. O-ring: NBR.
14. Rear cover: Brass / aluminum alloy.
15. Piston rod: Medium-carbon steel.
16. Piston: Brass / aluminum alloy.
17. Magnet holder: Brass / aluminum alloy.
18. Magnet pad: NBR.
19. Magnet: Rare-earth / plastic magnet.
20. Hex-socket set screw: Alloy steel.
21. Hex-socket set screw: Alloy steel.
22. Spacer: Aluminum alloy.
Features, mounting and series options
The actuator and two guide rods are integrated into one body. The guide arrangement resists rotation, bending and lateral loading.
Brass sliding bearings suit applications requiring lateral-load and impact resistance; linear ball bearings suit low-friction motion and higher precision. These are distinct bearing configurations.
Air ports are provided in alternative body positions. Use the illustrated top, rear or bottom screw mounting; the bottom T-slot option is shown for12–100 mm bores. Provide the specified clearance for guide-rod travel.
The body and fixing plate have locating features for repeatable mounting. Do not disassemble the guide or fixing plate to alter precision fits.
All configurations in this ordering table have a magnet. Stroke-adjustable J models are defined for12–63 mm bores; listed adjustment specifications are10,20,30,40,50,75 and100 mm.
For a non-standard stroke1–5 mm below the next standard stroke, the catalog permits the same external envelope as that next standard size. For example86 mm uses the90 mm envelope;84 mm differs by6 mm and requires a separately defined non-standard specification. The actual working stroke remains the ordered stroke.
Position sensing
The dedicated product and sensor selection tables specify G-profile magnetic sensors for this series and size. Select the full sensor order code separately for the required output, voltage, cable and connector; the profile letter does not identify the electrical specification. Sensor switches and separately ordered holders are not included unless the product configuration expressly lists them.
Pneumatic circuit selection reference
The 2022 selection example for a 20 mm cylinder bore uses a theoretical speed of 500 mm/s and an effective flow area of 0.8 mm². It is a circuit-sizing example, not a guaranteed installed speed or a supplied package. Match the actual cylinder port, valve capacity and tubing. This product uses NPT1/8; a reference accessory with a different thread is not a direct screw-in connection.
Parameter
Details
Single / double solenoid valve example
5V110M5 / 5V120M5
Single / double air-pilot valve example
4A110M5 / 4A120M5
Flow control / silencer example
PTLM5 / BSLM5
Tube outside / inside diameter
6 / 4 mm
Installation and operating conditions
Flush the piping before connection and use clean, conditioned compressed air with the filtration specified for this cylinder. Keep sealant clear of the first 1–2 thread turns.
Align the actuator and load; provide protection from moving parts and unexpected motion after a loss or restoration of air or electrical power. Exhaust residual pressure before maintenance or removal.
Start with the flow-control valve closed and open gradually to the required speed. Check cushioning against the actual speed, load and stopping energy; a closed-center valve does not guarantee prolonged load holding or precise intermediate stopping.
Protect the sliding surfaces, prevent moisture from freezing and keep contaminants out of the ports. Protect stored equipment from corrosion. Follow the dedicated lubrication instructions; where continued lubrication is selected, the general catalog specifies additive-free ISO VG32 turbine oil.
Optional magnetic sensors and matching cables
G-profile: CMSG — standard/A05 reed sensorsTwo-wire reed operation at 5–240 V AC/DC.CMSG-020, CMSG-030, CMSG-050, CMSG-100, CMSG-M08, CMSG-M08010, CMSG-M08020, CMSG-M08030, CMSG-M12, CMSG-M12010, CMSG-M12020, CMSG-M12030, A05-CMSG-020, A05-CMSG-030, A05-CMSG-050, A05-CMSG-100
G-profile: CMSG — high-temperature reed sensors (final -H suffix)Two-wire reed operation at 5–240 V AC/DC.CMSG-020-H, CMSG-030-H, CMSG-050-H, CMSG-100-H, CMSG-M08-H, CMSG-M08010-H, CMSG-M08020-H, CMSG-M08030-H, CMSG-M12-H, CMSG-M12010-H, CMSG-M12020-H, CMSG-M12030-H
G-profile: DMSG — two-wire electronic sensorsTwo-wire electronic operation at 10–28 V DC.DMSG-020, DMSG-030, DMSG-050, DMSG-100, DMSG-M08, DMSG-M08010, DMSG-M08020, DMSG-M08030, DMSG-M12, DMSG-M12010, DMSG-M12020, DMSG-M12030, DMSG-020-W, DMSG-030-W, DMSG-050-W, DMSG-100-W, A05-DMSG-020, A05-DMSG-030, A05-DMSG-050, A05-DMSG-100, A06-DMSG-020, A06-DMSG-030, A06-DMSG-050, A06-DMSG-100
G-profile: DMSG — NPN electronic sensorsNPN three-wire output with a 5–30 V DC supply.DMSG-N020, DMSG-N030, DMSG-N050, DMSG-N100, DMSG-NM08, DMSG-NM08010, DMSG-NM08020, DMSG-NM08030, DMSG-NM12, DMSG-NM12010, DMSG-NM12020, DMSG-NM12030, DMSG-N020-W, DMSG-N030-W, DMSG-N050-W, DMSG-N100-W
G-profile: DMSG — PNP electronic sensorsPNP three-wire output with a 5–30 V DC supply.DMSG-P020, DMSG-P030, DMSG-P050, DMSG-P100, DMSG-PM08, DMSG-PM08010, DMSG-PM08020, DMSG-PM08030, DMSG-PM12, DMSG-PM12010, DMSG-PM12020, DMSG-PM12030, DMSG-P020-W, DMSG-P030-W, DMSG-P050-W, DMSG-P100-W
G-profile: EMSG — miniature two-wire sensorsMiniature two-wire electronic operation at 10–28 V DC.EMSG-020, EMSG-030, EMSG-050, EMSG-100, EMSG-M08, EMSG-M08010, EMSG-M08020, EMSG-M08030, EMSG-M12, EMSG-M12010, EMSG-M12020, EMSG-M12030, EMSG-020-W, EMSG-030-W, EMSG-050-W, EMSG-100-W, EMSG-M08-W, EMSG-M08010-W, EMSG-M08020-W, EMSG-M08030-W, EMSG-M12-W, EMSG-M12010-W, EMSG-M12020-W, EMSG-M12030-W, A05-EMSG-020, A05-EMSG-030, A05-EMSG-050, A05-EMSG-100, A06-EMSG-020, A06-EMSG-030, A06-EMSG-050, A06-EMSG-100
Two-wire mating cables (B)For a matching M8 or M12 two-wire male sensor; ordered separately.F-ECM08B020, F-ECM08B030, F-ECM08B050, F-ECM08B100, F-ECM12B020, F-ECM12B030, F-ECM12B050, F-ECM12B100
Three-wire mating cables (C)For a matching M8 or M12 NPN/PNP male sensor; ordered separately.F-ECM08C020, F-ECM08C030, F-ECM08C050, F-ECM08C100, F-ECM12C020, F-ECM12C030, F-ECM12C050, F-ECM12C100
The listed options are alternatives, not a required set. A final -H on a CMS order code selects the high-temperature reed version.
CMSG reed sensors are limited to 100 mA, 10 W and 200 Hz, with no internal consumption or leakage. Standard/A05 voltage drop is at most 2.5 V at 100 mA DC; versions with the final -H suffix have no residual voltage or indicator LED.
Two-wire DMSG and EMSG require 2.5–100 mA loads, up to 2.8 W and 1,000 Hz. Maximum consumption, residual voltage and leakage are 3 mA, 3.5 V and 0.06 mA respectively.
NPN/PNP DMSG outputs are rated to 30 V / 200 mA, 6 W and 1,000 Hz. Maximum consumption, residual voltage and leakage are 5 mA, 0.7 V and 0.01 mA respectively. Check controller input compatibility as well as load ratings.
Sensor and female-cable endings 020/030/050/100 mean 2/3/5/10 m. M08/M12 sensors have M8/M12 male connectors on 0.5 m leads; M08010/M08020/M08030 and M12010/M12020/M12030 give 1/2/3 m leads. Lead length does not depend on cylinder stroke.
Match female cables to the male connector size and wire count; direct-lead sensors need none. B pinout: 1 brown (+), 4 blue (−), 3 unused. C pinout: 1 brown (+), 3 blue (−), 4 black output. Check the mating cable and connector ratings separately.
A05 flex-resistant robotics cable and A06 oil-resistant flex cable have a recommended minimum bend radius of 19 mm. Both are two-wire direct-lead types, without M8/M12, NPN/PNP or W options; A05-CMSG also excludes the final high-temperature -H suffix. W means waterproof: DMSG-W has direct leads only; the listed EMSG-W options also include connectors.
Sensor temperature limits are −10 to +70°C, or −10 to +125°C for CMSG versions with the final -H suffix. The TCL/TCM cylinder remains limited to +70°C. Ordinary, high-temperature and A05 sensors are IP64; W/A06 are IP68. These ratings do not extend to the cylinder, connectors or whole assembly; use their common limits.
CMS has no protection circuit; DMS/EMS have reverse-polarity and surge protection, and EMS also has temperature-overload protection. Reed, two-wire electronic, NPN and PNP circuits are not interchangeable. Complete and insulate wiring before powering it; keep it separate from power/high-voltage wiring. For direct leads, connect brown and blue in series with the load on two-wire types; do not connect the switch alone across the supply. On three-wire types, brown is positive supply, blue is negative and black is output; connect an NPN load to positive and a PNP load to negative.
Install the selected G-profile sensor in its matching switch groove. Loosen the locking screw so it does not project below the sensor base. Slide the sensor to the required position, then tighten. Set detection at the actuation-range centre. Recommended sensor-screw torque is 0.15–0.20 N·m, never over 0.25 N·m; these are not cylinder mounting torques. Prevent impacts; keep cables free of strain and avoid unnecessary movement or bending. Observe the stated bend-radius guidance for flex-resistant versions, and inspect fixings, cables and indication.
Keep ordinary sensors dry and do not immerse waterproof types for long periods. Avoid explosive gas, aggressive chemicals, sudden temperature changes, welding interference and magnetic debris. Provide suitable protection for A05 cables exposed to heat, dust, water or oil, and for A06 cables exposed to weld spatter.
Optional air connections, tubing and controls
The two NPT cylinder-side options require exact 1/4 inch OD soft nylon/PU tubing. They are separate catalog options, not conversions of the original 6 mm metric circuit reference. The listed metric PU and valve-side fittings below do not fit these inch tube sockets. An inch-tube order code and a compatible metric/inch transition kit are not specified; select compatible tubing and verify every valve-side connection and the complete flow path before assembly. Do not use approximate outside diameters or substitute PT/G threads.
NPC1/4-1/8: NPT1/8 male × exact 1/4 inch tube ODIndependent inch-tube cylinder-side straight option; not a metric-reference replacement
NPTL1/4-1/8A: NPT1/8 male × exact 1/4 inch tube OD; A-typeIndependent inch-tube cylinder-side meter-out option; not a metric-reference replacement
PC6M5: M5×0.8 male × 6 mm tube ODStraight fitting at the reference valve A/B work ports
PC601: PT1/8 male × 6 mm tube ODOnly for the separate 4A pilot port when its line uses this exact metric tube OD
US98A060040100MBU: polyester polyurethane; 6 mm OD × 4 mm ID; blue, 100 m rollOptional straight tubing example; cut to the required installed length
UE95A060040100MBU: polyether polyurethane; 6 mm OD × 4 mm ID; blue, 100 m rollOptional straight tubing example; cut to the required installed length
5V110M5A050, 5V110M5A200, 5V120M5A050, 5V120M5A200: M5×0.8 female main ports; M5×0.8 female exhaust ports; terminal-cable version220 V AC solenoid direction control for extension and retraction
5V110M5B050, 5V110M5B200, 5V120M5B050, 5V120M5B200: M5×0.8 female main ports; M5×0.8 female exhaust ports; terminal-cable version24 V DC solenoid direction control for extension and retraction
5V110M5C050, 5V110M5C200, 5V120M5C050, 5V120M5C200: M5×0.8 female main ports; M5×0.8 female exhaust ports; terminal-cable version110 V AC solenoid direction control for extension and retraction
5V110M5E050, 5V110M5E200, 5V120M5E050, 5V120M5E200: M5×0.8 female main ports; M5×0.8 female exhaust ports; terminal-cable version24 V AC solenoid direction control for extension and retraction
5V110M5F050, 5V110M5F200, 5V120M5F050, 5V120M5F200: M5×0.8 female main ports; M5×0.8 female exhaust ports; terminal-cable version12 V DC solenoid direction control for extension and retraction
The NPT A-type controller restricts cylinder-to-tube exhaust and permits free charging; fitting/controller limits are 0–1 MPa and −20 to +70°C. Use the specified tapered-thread seal and full tube insertion. Maximum controller-cap rotation torque is 0.08 N·m, not thread-tightening torque. Catalog listing does not establish current stock.
The following complete valve and metric tube options belong to the original metric reference only. They do not validate a complete inch branch or its speed; the two chamber paths require separately verified connections.
5V110 is single-solenoid spring return; 5V120 is double-solenoid with memory. Final 050/200 selects a 0.5/2 m terminal cable, not a DIN plug. AC tolerance is +15%/−10% (2.0 VA); DC is ±10% (1.6 W). Select the electrical or pneumatic control scheme.
The existing 4A110M5/4A120M5 pneumatic alternatives require one/two external pilot signals through separate PT1/8 pilot ports. The listed pilot fitting assumes 6 mm OD pilot tubing; match both ends and seal the tapered pilot thread.
The selected 5V/4A control branch is limited to 0.15–0.8 MPa and −20 to +70°C, subject to temperature derating and the lowest connected-component limit.
BSLM5 fits these selected valve exhaust ports R/S (M5×0.8), not cylinder work ports. Silencer limits are 0–1 MPa and −20 to +70°C.
The two blue 100 m tube codes are alternative packaging examples, not required installed lengths. US98A polyester-PU is rated −20 to +70°C; UE95A polyether-PU −40 to +70°C. Both are rated 1 MPa at 23°C; minimum bend radii (US/UE) are 15/12 mm. Apply temperature derating and the lowest component limit; avoid solvents, corrosive media and prolonged sunlight.Weight reference
984 g. Estimated reference based on the catalog’s corresponding standard cylinder; configuration differences have not been independently weighed. This is not a packed shipping weight.
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