Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X10SU
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X10SU is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 10mm 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
- Stroke10 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 MFC20X10SU
Tame high-speed end-of-stroke shock in tight spaces with the AirTAC MFC20X10SU, a JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder. Tuning the needle valve on its dual variable air cushions lets you decelerate heavy loads smoothly, cutting noise and impact far better than a fixed rubber bumper. The SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown, while the U flat-end back cover suits direct rear mounting.
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this 20 mm bore, 10 mm stroke actuator provides a safe working load of about 94 N. It lifts approximately 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. The built-in -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position sensing, and the 1/8" port feeds the 8 mm rod. For the same bore and stroke, this compact riveted body is shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X10SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X10SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 10 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 MFC20X10SU
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 MFC20X10SU Is Used
Small Parts Ejection
Shoots light plastic parts out of a machining centre at speed; the needle-tuned air cushion absorbs the 10 mm stroke impact to prevent component marking.
Package Diverting
Snaps a lightweight cardboard carton across a belt junction; the 8 kg vertical lift capacity handles the diverter arm weight while the cushion softens the rapid reversal.
Compact Clamping
Secures delicate electronic housings for a brief glue cure; the short 10 mm stroke and riveted stainless body fit neatly into dense assembly fixtures.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X10SU the Right Cylinder?
For light, fast cycling tasks, this 20 mm bore provides 157 N push at 0.5 MPa. If your payload drops below 94 N, you still need this size, but if you require more thrust, step up to the MFC25 which yields 245.3 N at 0.5 MPa. The variable air cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds to protect the load, but remember it only decelerates the piston near stroke end—it is not a brake. The piston will drift on air loss, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspended loads.
The U flat-end rear cover allows direct mounting, complementing options like FA flange or TC trunnion. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you can directly mount CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors for precise end-position detection.
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 MFC20X10SU FAQ
This 20 mm bore double-acting cylinder has a 1/8" port and an 8 mm rod. It generates 157 N push and 131.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or 219.8 N push and 184.7 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end to reduce shock; it does not function as a brake or lock, and the piston will drift if air pressure drops. Because this model includes the -S magnet, you can attach CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches for position sensing.
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