Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID32X160S
The AirTAC Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID32X160S is a genuine double acting, double rod round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 160mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID32X160S
Delivering 345.6 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa in both directions, this stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder uses a through-rod design to guarantee equal extend and retract forces. The twin rod resists rotation and side load, providing steady guidance without an external jig. Because a rod exits both end covers, the rear rod end is free to trip a switch or carry a stop. It features a 1/4" port and a male M10x1.25 rod thread.
Built with a riveted stainless barrel and rod, it handles mild washdown and corrosion. The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensors for position detection. With a 0.5 MPa input, the safe working load is about 207 N, meaning it can vertically lift roughly 17.6 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads decelerate the stroke ends.
Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID32X160S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID32X160S |
|---|---|
| Series | MID mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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. Note: the Ø32 bore is a larger, non-ISO-6432 size.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 70 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 MID32X160S
| MID | round-body mini cylinder (double-rod). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 MID32X160S Is Used
Symmetric Shuttle Transfer
Pushes a 15 kg workpiece between two stations with equal 345.6 N force in both directions, using the through-rod to keep the motion perfectly guided without twisting.
Dual-Load Actuation
Drives a primary stamping tool on the front stroke while the rear rod end trips a CMSG proximity switch, sequencing the next machine action automatically.
Washdown Carton Reject
Ejects misaligned cartons on a damp line, relying on the stainless construction to resist mild corrosion while the twin rod absorbs side loads.
Is the Airtac MID Series Double Rod Mini Cylinder MID32X160S the Right Cylinder?
This 32 mm bore generates 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, the MID25X50S offers 206.1 N; for heavier drives, the MID40X50S provides 527.8 N. The double-rod layout is ideal when you need anti-rotation stability or want to drive a second load from the back rod end. For mounting, use LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion brackets, plus CA, U, R, or CM back covers. The SDB pivot block is not available for this double-rod variant.
Note that a standard cylinder does not hold position on air loss. The piston will drift if pressure drops, and the fixed bumpers only soften the end of stroke rather than locking the load. To suspend a load safely during a pressure failure, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 MID32X160S FAQ
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the force is equal both ways: 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa, 483.8 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical output of 70.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches along the groove for electronic or reed position detection.
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