
The AirTAC Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X175SCM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 175mm 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.
This 16 mm bore round-body mini cylinder delivers a solid 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, making it a dependable choice for light automation tasks. The B52- prefix marks AirTAC's copper-free build, meaning copper and copper alloys are excluded for lines where they are not permitted, such as ammonia systems or certain battery and electronics plants.
The stainless-steel barrel and piston rod shrug off mild corrosion and washdown exposure better than painted steel or aluminium minis. Since it uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, it drops into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises without custom adapters. The 1/8" port keeps installation straightforward, while the fixed TPU bumper pads soften the stroke end impact.
| Model | Airtac B52-MI Copper-Free Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder B52-MI16X175SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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. |
| ×175 | 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.
Use the 100.5 N push to eject small plastic components from a die-cast or injection moulding machine. The stainless build resists coolant splashes, and the 175 mm stroke clears the part from the mould area.
In ammonia-based refrigeration or chemical processing lines, the copper-free B52- build prevents corrosion from ammonia exposure. Actuate a small 2-way valve with the 86.4 N pull force at 0.5 MPa.
Fold carton flaps on a packaging line with the 100.5 N push. The ISO 6432 interface mounts into standard brackets, and the 175 mm stroke provides enough travel to fold larger flaps without binding.
At 100.5 N push, this cylinder suits light pushing, lifting, or clamping tasks. If you need more force, step up to the 20 mm bore MI20X175, which provides 157 N push at 0.5 MPa. For lighter duty, the 12 mm bore MI12X175 offers 56.5 N push. The built-in magnet (-S) enables CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches for position sensing. The CM round end back cover provides a clean rear mounting point. Remember, this cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centred-the piston drifts. For holding, use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
Quick checklist
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. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure is 0.15-1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
B52- is AirTAC's copper-free (copper-prohibited) version of the MI16X175SCM, designed for lines where copper and copper alloys are not allowed, such as ammonia systems. The exact material substitutions should be confirmed with us. The cylinder features a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild corrosion resistance, and uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard brackets.
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