Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU
The AirTAC Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 60mm stroke, M5×0.8 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.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU
Delivering 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this B06-MI12X60SU battery-manufacturing dedicated pneumatic cylinder handles precise actuation in cell assembly. The leading "B06-" prefix designates it as AirTAC's specialized line for battery production, meaning it is mechanically identical to the base MI12X60SU but curated for tabbing, stacking, and handling tasks. It features a Ø12 mm bore, a 60 mm stroke, and an M5×0.8 port.
The stainless-steel round barrel and piston rod provide reliable mild corrosion resistance for damp washdown environments. Integrated fixed TPU bumper pads soften stroke-end impact, while the built-in piston magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG position switches. For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of about 34 N (roughly 60% of the 0.5 MPa rating), which translates to lifting a 2.9 kg component vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 60 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| 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 250 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 (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 57 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 79 N | 59 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 12 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 12 | 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 B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU Is Used
Battery Cell Stacking
Pushes lithium-ion pouch cells into precise alignment within stacking fixtures, utilizing the 56.5 N output to seat delicate layers without crushing the internal structure.
Tab Welding Feed
Advances electrode tabs into position for ultrasonic welding on module assembly lines, where the 60 mm stroke and integrated position sensing ensure repeatable electrode placement.
Module Handling Diverter
Actuates a routing gate on a pack assembly conveyor to separate battery modules, leveraging the stainless-steel construction to withstand occasional coolant drips and humid factory air.
Is the Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, compare it against its neighbors: the smaller Ø10 bore yields 39.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas the larger Ø16 bore provides 100.5 N. Choose this Ø12 model when your battery-handling mechanism requires that middle-ground 56.5 N thrust. The rear U-style cover provides a 90-degree port orientation, and the body accepts standard LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets. Because it utilizes the ISO 6432 mounting interface, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder clevises.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end without locking the rod. To prevent a suspended battery cell from falling during an air loss event, incorporate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Furthermore, the 60 mm stroke is well within the 250 mm maximum standard limit, keeping rod bending stress low for reliable horizontal operation.
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 B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI12X60SU FAQ
This double-acting cylinder delivers a push force of 56.5 N and a pull force of 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 79.1 N and the pull to 59.4 N. The theoretical maximum force is 11.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features an M5×0.8 air port and a Ø6 mm piston rod with an M6×1.0 male thread.
The B06- prefix indicates this is AirTAC's battery-manufacturing dedicated variant of the MI12X60SU, featuring identical mechanical specifications to the base model. The standard double-acting design does not hold position if air is lost; the piston will drift, and the fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end. For vertical battery-cell lifting, you must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve to prevent dropping.
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