Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30
The AirTAC Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30 is a genuine double acting, double rod round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 30mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments. Its ISO 6432 mounting interface makes it a compact drop-in for standard mini-cylinder fixtures.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30
Generating 42.4 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa in both directions, the AirTAC MID12X30 is a double-acting, through-rod mini cylinder. Because a Ø6 mm piston rod exits both end covers, the extend and retract areas are identical, yielding equal force while naturally resisting rotation and side loads without an external guide. The stainless-steel round barrel and dual rods offer mild corrosion resistance for washdown or humid settings. It uses an M5x0.8 air port and conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini brackets.
For practical sizing, a safe working load is roughly 25 N (about 60% of the 0.5 MPa figure), meaning it can vertically lift around 2.2 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. This SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors; order the -S variant if position sensing is required. Fixed TPU bumper pads decelerate the stroke ends, operating at speeds from 30 to 800 mm/s across a -20 to +70 C range.
Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30 |
|---|---|
| Series | MID ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M6×1.0 |
| 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 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed TPU bumper pads |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 250 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MI/MIC (ISO 6432) datasheet. Barrel & rod: stainless steel (round-body, riveted construction). Thread options: PT (blank) / G.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 59 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 9 kgf |
Double-rod: a rod exits both covers, so output force is equal in both directions (rod-side area used).
Model Code: Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30
| MID | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-rod). |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. |
MI-family variants: MI / MIC (double acting ±cushion), MSI / MTI (single acting push / pull), MID / MICD (double rod ±cushion), MIJ / MICJ (adjustable stroke ±cushion). Back covers CA / U / R / CM. Mounting LB / FA / SDB / TC.
Where the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30 Is Used
Symmetric Shuttle
Drives a small parts shuttle back and forth with 42.4 N of equal force, using the twin rod to keep the carriage steady without binding.
Cam Switch Tripping
The rear rod extension cleanly trips an external mechanical limit switch at mid-stroke without needing a separate sensor track.
Guided Label Press
Applies consistent low-force pressure to affix labels or small films, relying on the through-rod to resist twisting during the brief contact.
Is the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore, step down to the MID10X30 for lighter duties (33.0 N at 0.5 MPa) or move up to the MID16X30 for heavier guiding (86.4 N at 0.5 MPa). The through-rod design shines in steady guided pushes, symmetric shuttling, or when the back rod end must trip a switch or carry a stop. Remember that the bumper pads only soften the stroke end; they do not lock the piston. If air pressure drops, the load will drift, so deploy an external rod lock or pilot check valve for fail-safe holding. Mount via LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion (the SDB pivot block is unavailable for double-rods).
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Do not dismantle the riveted front/back covers.
- check Use correct back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID12X30 FAQ
It delivers equal force both ways: 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa, 59.4 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical output of 8.6 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port is M5x0.8.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches will not function. You must order the -S variant to enable position sensing.
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