Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X50S
The AirTAC Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X50S is a genuine double acting, double rod round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 50mm 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
- Stroke50 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 MID16X50S
Delivering 86.4 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa in both directions, this stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder uses a through-rod design where a piston rod exits both end covers. Because the rod occupies each side, the extend and retract forces are identical, making it double acting with equal push and pull. The twin-rod construction inherently resists rotation and side loads, providing steadier guiding for light tasks without needing an external guide.
The Ø16 bore features a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread, conforming to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for easy bracket integration. The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for position sensing. For a practical buyer insight, the safe working load is roughly 52 N, and it can vertically lift about 4.4 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X50S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X50S |
|---|---|
| Series | MID ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 MID16X50S
| MID | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-rod). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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 MID16X50S Is Used
Symmetric Shuttle Transfer
Drives a lightweight 4 kg payload back and forth with 86.4 N of equal force, using the twin rod to keep the shuttle steady without external guides.
Back-Rod Switch Trip
Uses the rear protruding rod end to physically trigger an external limit switch or flag, while the front rod performs the 50 mm work stroke.
Guided Pin Insertion
Pushes a pin into a housing with 52 N of safe working load, relying on the through-rod's natural resistance to rotation for precise vertical alignment.
Is the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X50S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 86.4 N (at 0.5 MPa) bore, stepping down to the MID12X50S provides 42.4 N, while stepping up to the MID20X50S yields 131.9 N. Choose this double-rod model when your mechanism requires anti-rotation stability, needs the back rod end to trip a switch or carry a stop, or must drive a second load symmetrically. The through-rod ensures equal force both ways for these guided push tasks.
Note that the fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end; they do not lock the piston. If air pressure drops, the cylinder drifts and cannot hold a load, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for fail-safe holding. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, and TC trunnion (the SDB pivot block is not available on this variant). Position sensing requires the -S magnet included here.
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 MID16X50S 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 force of 17.6 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a 1/8" port and operates at 30-800 mm/s.
The twin through-rod resists rotation and side loads while offering a rear rod end for secondary actions. The -S suffix denotes a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The stainless steel build also provides mild washdown resistance.
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