
The AirTAC Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI16X300SU is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 300mm 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.
Designed specifically for battery manufacturing lines, the AirTAC B06-MI16X300SU is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder. The B06- prefix marks this as a battery-industry dedicated variant of the standard MI16X300SU, meaning it is mechanically identical to the base model. It features a 16 mm bore, a 300 mm stroke, and a 1/8" port, delivering a push force of 100.5 N at 0.5 MPa. The stainless-steel barrel and piston rod provide excellent resistance to mild corrosion and washdown, which is a real advantage over painted-steel alternatives in damp production environments.
Because it falls within the Ø8-Ø25 range, this cylinder uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping easily into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. The riveted round body is compact, and fixed TPU bumper pads at both ends decelerate the piston at stroke extremes. For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of about 60 N at 0.5 MPa, or roughly 5.1 kg of vertical lifting capacity with a 2:1 safety margin. The U back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation, and the built-in -S magnet supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches.
| Model | Airtac B06-MI Battery Dedicated Cylinder B06-MI16X300SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 300 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| 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.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | 121 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×300 | 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.
Provides the 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa needed to align and press lithium-ion pouch cells during automated stacking, utilizing the 300 mm stroke for wide format handling.
Routes battery modules along assembly conveyors with a 90-degree U back cover port, easily mounting via ISO 6432 brackets into existing tight battery line footprints.
Holds battery tabs firmly in position for laser welding, where the stainless-steel construction prevents corrosion in humid clean-room environments.
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare it directly with its neighbours: a 12 mm bore yields 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 20 mm bore provides 157.0 N. This makes the 16 mm an ideal middle ground for moderate actuation tasks like cell stacking or tab handling. Because this unit features a long 300 mm stroke, be mindful of side loads and rod-bending moments—ensure the load is guided to prevent premature seal wear. The U back cover orients the air port at 90 degrees, which helps with tight manifold routing in battery module assembly fixtures.
A standard pneumatic cylinder like this does not hold its position if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; the rod will drift. The fixed TPU bumpers only soften the end-of-stroke impact and do not act as a brake. If your battery-pack handling process requires a locked position during an emergency stop, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into the system.
Quick checklist
This 16 mm bore cylinder delivers a push force of 100.5 N and a pull force of 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push is 140.7 N and the pull is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features a 1/8" port, a 300 mm stroke, an M6x1.0 male rod thread, and operates at speeds between 30-800 mm/s.
The B06- prefix designates this cylinder as part of AirTAC's battery-manufacturing dedicated line; it is mechanically identical to the standard MI16X300SU. It features a stainless-steel riveted round body and fixed TPU bumper pads that decelerate the stroke end. It does not hold a load if air is lost—the piston drifts—so an external rod lock or pilot check valve is required for vertical load holding.
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