Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 100mm stroke, 1/8" air ports and a SUS304 stainless-steel barrel for mildly corrosive environments. For the same bore and stroke it is shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving mounting space.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder integrates an adjustable air cushion at both ends to absorb high-speed shocks. The SUS304 stainless steel barrel and riveted aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown environments, while the built-in piston magnet enables position sensing. For the same 20 mm bore and 100 mm stroke, the MFC body is notably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting length without conforming to that standard.
Equipped with a CA rear pivot cover and a 1/8" port, it handles speeds from 30 to 800 mm/s. The variable cushion needle lets you dial in end-of-stroke deceleration to protect payloads, though it functions only as a shock absorber and not as a braking lock. Factoring a 2:1 safety margin, this actuator lifts about 8 kg vertically, representing a safe working load of roughly 94 N.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 | Variable air cushion, both ends |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MF/MFC (JIS-standard) datasheet. Barrel: SUS304 stainless steel; covers: aluminum alloy (round-body, riveted rolling-packed construction). Thread options: PT (blank) / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | 185 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. |
MF-family variants: MF / MFC (double acting ±cushion), MSF / MTF (single acting push / pull), MFD / MFCD (double rod ±cushion), MFJ / MFCJ (adjustable stroke ±cushion). Back covers CA / U / CM. Mounting LB / FA / SDB / TC.
Where the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Uses the 157 N push force to eject small moulded components rapidly, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent harsh end-of-stroke impacts.
Carton Flap Folding
Folds light packaging flaps at high cycle rates where the needle-set cushion absorbs the shock, protecting the 8 kg vertical load capacity.
Small Product Diverting
Diverts lightweight goods along a conveyor with the CA pivot mount, using the built-in magnet to confirm stroke endpoints for precise routing.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA the Right Cylinder?
If 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa is insufficient, stepping up to the MFC25 provides 245.3 N; conversely, no smaller MFC bore exists, making the 20 mm the baseline choice for light payloads. The variable air cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving delicate components that cannot tolerate abrupt stops. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it directly supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for end-position detection.
Remember that a standard cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure drops or the valve is centred, as the piston will drift. The adjustable cushion only reduces impact velocity near the stroke end and acts purely as a deceleration device, never a lock. For suspended or gravity-loaded applications requiring fail-safe holding, install 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 / NPT)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Back cover (CA/U/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/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X100SCA FAQ
This 20 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and an 8 mm rod. It generates 157 N push and 131.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 219.8 N push and 184.7 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near stroke end and does not function as a lock; the cylinder will drift on air loss, so use an external rod lock for holding suspended loads.
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