The Compact Air Products GC23X58 guided pneumatic cylinder combines compact form factor with rigid guided-rod construction, ideal for factory automation, clamping fixtures, and precision positioning tasks where space and load capacity are critical.
Overview
The GC23X58 is a double-acting guided cylinder from Compact Air Products (Compact Automation Products LLC). This model is part of the GC2000 series, engineered for applications requiring short stroke, tight space installation, and load guidance. The unit features composite or roller-ball guide bushings that keep the piston rod centered, reducing side-load deflection and extending service life in high-cycle applications.
Key Features
- Guided Rod Design — Composite or ball-bearing bushings maintain precise alignment and support lateral loads
- Compact Footprint — 23mm bore, 58mm stroke configuration for space-limited installations
- NPT Port Configuration — 1/4″ NPT threaded ports (UC3-BTP-14NPT designation) for standard industrial plumbing
- Double-Acting Operation — Extends and retracts under air pressure in both directions
- Aluminum Tube Construction — Hard anodized for corrosion resistance and lightweight strength
- Ground Stainless Steel Rod — 303 stainless piston rod for durability and minimal friction
Technical Specifications
- Bore Diameter — 23 mm
- Stroke Length — 58 mm
- Port Size — 1/4″ NPT (UC3-BTP-14NPT)
- Operating Pressure Range — Typically 0–10 bar (0–145 psi) standard duty; consult datasheet for rated pressure
- Port Type — Threaded NPT (American National Pipe Taper)
- Tube Material — Hard anodized aluminum alloy
- Piston Rod Material — Ground and roller-burnished 303 stainless steel
- Seals — Buna-N elastomer rod and piston seals
- Guide Bushings — Composite or roller-ball bearing assemblies
- Operating Temperature — Standard: 0–60°C (32–140°F); consult manufacturer for extended range
- Series — GC2000 Guided Cylinder (Compact Air Products)
- Condition — New – No Box
Typical Applications
- Robotics & Machine Automation — Pick-and-place, part feeders, robotic arm actuators
- Clamping & Pressing — Work-holding fixtures requiring load support
- Semiconductor & Packaging — Precision linear motion in confined spaces
- Medical Device Assembly — High-precision, repeatable stroke cycles
- Factory Automation — Transfer systems, orienting fixtures, indexing mechanisms
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard industrial pneumatic control systems (solenoid valve banks, PLC-controlled manifolds)
- ISO 4401 (CETOP) cavity-mounted solenoid valves
- Compressed air preparation units (filter-regulators, lubricators)
- 1/4″ NPT threaded pilotable and poppet-style spool valves
- Factory automation controllers (PLC, motion controllers, distributed I/O)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. Compact Air Products GC series cylinders are not directly interchangeable with standard ISO 6432 compact cylinders due to the integral guide-bushing design. Consult the original equipment specification or contact Compact Air Products technical support for cross-reference information.
Works With
- Pneumatic Protocols — ISO 4414 pneumatic systems, CETOP cavity mounting standards
- Connection Standards — NPT-threaded manifolds and solenoid valve ports
- Control Systems — PLC-based automation, distributed I/O networks, pneumatic logic boards
- Accessory Compatibility — Compact Air Products flow controls, rod alignment couplers, and sensor kits
