Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X80S
The AirTAC Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X80S is a genuine double acting, double rod round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 80mm 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
- Stroke80 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 MID16X80S
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 so extend and retract forces stay identical. The twin Ø6 mm rods exit both end covers to resist rotation and side load, steadying light guiding jobs without an external guide. Because a rod occupies each side, both faces use the rod-side area, giving you 120.9 N at 0.7 MPa and a maximum theoretical output of 17.6 kgf.
The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for position sensing, while the 1/8" port feeds air to drive the 80 mm stroke at 30-800 mm/s. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini brackets, and the stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown. For a safe working load, figure about 52 N, or roughly 4.4 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 margin.
Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X80S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X80S |
|---|---|
| Series | MID ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 MID16X80S
| MID | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-rod). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×80 | 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 MID16X80S Is Used
Symmetric Shuttle Transfer
Pushes a light workpiece 80 mm one way, then pulls it back with the exact same 86.4 N force, ensuring a consistent symmetric shuttle motion without twisting.
Back-Rod Switch Trip
Uses the extended rear rod end to physically trigger an external limit switch or flag, leveraging the 120.9 N retract force to verify position independently of the magnet.
Guided Stamping Push
The twin Ø6 mm rods resist side load and rotation to keep a light stamping head aligned, delivering a steady 4.4 kg safe working load through the 80 mm stroke.
Is the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID16X80S the Right Cylinder?
If 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa is too much, step down to the MID12X80S which provides 42.4 N, or move up to the MID20X80S for 131.9 N if you need more push. The through-rod is perfect when you need anti-rotation stability, want to trip a switch or mount a stop on the back rod end, or need to drive a second load. This bore uses an M6x1.0 male rod thread.
Remember that the fixed TPU bumper pads only soften the stroke end; they do not lock the piston. If air pressure drops, the cylinder drifts, so use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load. You can mount this via LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion, but the SDB pivot-block is not available on this double-rod variant.
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 MID16X80S 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 in the model code means it has a built-in piston magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The stainless steel round-body build also provides mild washdown resistance.
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