Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA
The AirTAC Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 10mm 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
- Stroke10 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA
This 16mm bore round-body cylinder delivers 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, making it a compact workhorse for light automation tasks. The B52- prefix marks AirTAC's copper-free build, a version of the MI16X10SCA for lines where copper and copper alloys are not permitted, such as ammonia systems or some battery and electronics plants.
The stainless-steel barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown, a real edge over painted-steel minis in damp or food spots. Fixed TPU bumper pads soften the stroke end, and the -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches for position sensing. With a 1/8" port and M6x1.0 rod thread, it drops into standard ISO 6432 mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 10 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø16mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA Is Used
Small Parts Ejection
Use the 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa to eject small plastic components from a mold or die in an injection molding machine, where the 10mm stroke is enough to clear the part.
Lab Valve Actuation
The copper-free build suits actuating a pinch valve on a chemical dosing line in a lab or pilot plant, where copper alloys could contaminate the media.
Label Applicator Press
Drive a light label applicator head in a packaging line; the 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa retracts the head cleanly after each cycle.
Is the Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA the Right Cylinder?
For a 16mm bore, the MI20X100 steps up to 157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa if you need more force, while the MI12X250 offers 56.5 N push if you're downsizing. At 0.5 MPa, plan for about 60 N of real work rather than the full 100.5 N rating, which gives you a safety margin for friction and acceleration.
The CA back cover provides a pivot/clevis mounting point, and the -S magnet means you can fit CMSG or DMSG switches. Note that this cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centred-the piston will drift. For a held load, add 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 B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X10SCA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, push force is 100.5 N and pull is 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 140.7 N and pull is 120.9 N. Theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa, and speed range is 30-800 mm/s.
B52- is AirTAC's copper-free build, meaning it is made without copper or copper alloys for lines where those metals are prohibited, such as ammonia systems or certain battery and electronics plants. The exact material substitutions should be confirmed with us. The -S suffix means it has a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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