Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X30S
The AirTAC Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X30S is a genuine double acting, double rod round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 30mm stroke, 1/8" 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X30S
Delivering 86.4 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa in both directions, the AirTAC MID16X30S is a 16 mm bore, double-acting through-rod mini cylinder. Because a Ø6 mm piston rod exits both end covers, the extend and retract areas are identical, completely eliminating the force differential found in single-rod units. The twin-rod geometry also resists rotation and side loads, providing steady guided motion without an external guide for light jobs.
Built with a stainless-steel round barrel and riveted construction, this unit handles mild corrosion and washdown environments. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini brackets and uses a 1/8" port. The -S suffix denotes a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. With a 30 mm stroke and fixed TPU bumper pads, it provides a safe working load of about 52 N, easily lifting roughly 4.4 kg vertically each way with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X30S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X30S |
|---|---|
| Series | MID ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| 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 500 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 121 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 18 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 MID16X30S
| MID | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-rod). |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 MID16X30S Is Used
Symmetric Shuttle Transfer
Pushes a small workpiece 30 mm left or right with equal 86.4 N force, using the twin rod to keep the shuttle steady without rotational play.
Back-Rod Switch Tripping
Uses the rear protruding rod end to physically trigger an external limit switch or carry a flag, keeping the primary 1/8" ported side clear for tooling.
Guided Pin Insertion
Presses a pin with a safe working load of 52 N, relying on the dual-rod resistance to side load to prevent binding during the 30 mm insertion stroke.
Is the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X30S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, consider the adjacent MID options for your force requirements. If 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa is too much, step down to the MID12X30S, which provides 42.4 N. If you need more push, the MID20X30S offers 131.9 N. The through-rod design is specifically beneficial when you need anti-rotation stability, want to trip a switch from the back rod end, or need to drive a second load simultaneously.
Note that the fixed TPU bumpers only soften the stroke end; they do not lock the piston. If air pressure drops, the cylinder drifts, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for position holding. For mounting, you can use LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion brackets (the SDB pivot block is not compatible with double-rod models). Choose CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to pair with the installed magnet.
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 MID16X30S FAQ
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the force is equal both ways: 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa, 120.9 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical output of 17.6 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a 1/8" port.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic or reed switches directly to the stainless-steel round barrel for stroke detection.
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