Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD6X10S
The AirTAC Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD6X10S is a genuine MD multi-mount cylinder (double acting), 6 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 14.1 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact.
- TypeMulti-mount, double acting
- SeriesMD (standard)
- Bore6 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa14.1 N
- Operating pressure0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 145 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper
- MagnetWith magnet (sensor-ready)
- ThreadPT
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD6X10S
The MD6X10S is a genuine AirTAC MD-series multi-mount cylinder: a compact square-body double acting cylinder that can be fixed from 6 directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom) and mounted side by side with other units to save space. With a 6 mm bore and 10 mm stroke, it delivers a theoretical push force of about 14.1 N at 0.5 MPa and travels at 30-500 mm/s, suiting light clamping and positioning tasks in tight footprints. Cushioning is provided by a bumper, and magnetic-switch slots around the body accept the built-in magnet for position sensing.
This is a genuine AirTAC part in the standard MD family, where the rod is free to rotate unless your fixture prevents it (the MK family is the no-rotating alternative). The trailing S means this SKU is supplied WITH a magnet. Air filtered to 40 um is the medium, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa (215 psi) and an operating range of -20 to 70 C (0 to 150 C only with the optional high-temperature seal material). We confirm dimensions and sizing from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD6X10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD6X10S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double acting |
| Series | MD (standard) |
| Bore | 6 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 14.1 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | With magnet (S) |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 30 - 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Bumper |
| Mounting | Fix from 6 directions; mountable side by side |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MD/MK multi-mount data. The front cover and piston are short, so avoid an over-long stroke. An optional high-temperature seal material extends the range to 0 to 150 C. Overall dimensions vary per stroke and allowable side-load is published as curves — ask us and we confirm from the datasheet.
How to choose
At bore 6, the MD double acting push thrust is about 14.1 N at 0.5 MPa (the pull side is lower), so choose a larger bore if your clamp or stopper needs more force. Double acting gives powered strokes in both directions. The 10 mm stroke sits comfortably within the bore 6 double acting limit of up to 35 mm - keep strokes short, as the covers are not designed for over-long strokes. The trailing S adds the magnet for switch sensing; omit it if you do not need position detection. Thread is PT on the M5x0.8 port; a G thread version is also available. Side-load figures come from the datasheet - ask us before loading the rod sideways.
Applications
Small-parts clamping
Fixes from the top or side of a compact fixture to hold tiny components during light assembly, using the bore 6 push force and a short 10 mm stroke where space is minimal.
Gate and stopper actuation
Mounted side by side along a conveyor lane, the cylinder extends to stop or divert small parts, with the magnet enabling end-position sensing.
Jig positioning
Bolted into a 6-direction machined jig body, the short-stroke cylinder nudges workpieces into a repeatable position before a fastening step.
FAQ
What does the S at the end of MD6X10S mean?
The trailing S means this SKU is supplied WITH a magnet, allowing magnetic switches seated in the slots around the body to detect rod position. An MD6X10 without the S carries no magnet. The magnet is optional, so order the version that matches your sensing needs.
Can I mount this cylinder in any orientation?
Yes. The multi-mount square body fixes from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and units can sit side by side to save space. Keep the stroke within the bore 6 limit of 35 mm, since the covers are not designed for over-long strokes, and ask us for datasheet figures on dimensions and side-load.