Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X60S
The AirTAC Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X60S is a genuine double acting, double rod round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 60mm 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
- Stroke60 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 MID16X60S
Delivering 86.4 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa in both directions, the AirTAC MID16X60S is a stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder built for double-acting operation. Because a Ø6 mm piston rod exits both end covers, the extend and retract areas are identical, ensuring equal force while naturally resisting rotation and side loads. The back rod end is entirely free to trip a switch or carry a stop. The 1/8" port feeds air to drive the piston at 30-800 mm/s.
This 16 mm bore unit conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini brackets and clevises. The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet, enabling position sensing with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. For sizing tasks, a safe working load is roughly 52 N, meaning 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 MID16X60S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X60S |
|---|---|
| Series | MID ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MID16X60S
| MID | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-rod). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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 MID16X60S Is Used
Guided Push Stations
With 86.4 N of equal force and a twin rod that resists rotation, this cylinder drives small stamping or aligning heads smoothly without needing an external guide rail.
Rear-Rod Switch Tripping
The extended back rod provides a convenient mounting point to physically trip a mechanical limit switch or carry a flag for CMSG/DMSG electronic sensors.
Symmetric Shuttle Transfer
Equal force both ways makes it perfect for pushing a small 4.4 kg payload back and forth between two processing stations at up to 800 mm/s.
Is the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X60S the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore double-rod cylinder, compare its 86.4 N @0.5 MPa output against adjacent bores. If your payload is lighter, the MID12X60S offers 42.4 N; if you need more push, the MID20X60S provides 131.9 N. The twin-rod design is ideal when you need steady guided pushes without an external guide, or when you want to mount a flag on the rear rod. Note that the fixed TPU bumper pads only soften the stroke end; they do not lock the piston. If air pressure drops, the cylinder will drift, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for holding loads. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, and TC trunnion (the SDB pivot block is not available on double-rod models).
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 MID16X60S FAQ
It delivers an equal force of 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 120.9 N at 0.7 MPa in both directions, with a theoretical maximum of 17.6 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the push and pull forces are identical. Operating pressure ranges from 0.15 to 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix means it has a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The double-rod design means a rod exits both ends, resisting rotation for steadier guiding and leaving the back rod end free to drive a second load or carry a stop.
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