Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X150U
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X150U is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 150mm 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
- Stroke150 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 MFC20X150U
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MFC20X150U is a JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder built for double-acting operation. Its SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches.
The defining feature of the MFC series is the variable air cushion at both ends, which uses a needle valve to soak up high-speed end-of-stroke shock, protecting your load and cutting noise. For the same 20 mm bore and 150 mm stroke, this riveted body is notably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting length. It features a U flat-end rear cover and a 1/8" port.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X150U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X150U |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 150 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 MFC20X150U
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×150 | 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 MFC20X150U Is Used
Package Diverting
Uses the 94 N safe working load to push lightweight parcels off a high-speed belt, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent harsh end-of-stroke impacts.
Carton Flap Folding
Folds cardboard flaps on an automated packing line where the 8 kg vertical lift capacity and shock-absorbing cushion ensure smooth, quiet motion.
Small Part Ejection
Ejects moulded plastic parts from a machine bed, utilising the compact JIS body to fit tight tooling spaces where a longer ISO 6432 cylinder would fail.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X150U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20 mm bore actuator, consider your force margins: it provides a safe working load of about 94 N (roughly 60% of its 157 N push force at 0.5 MPa) and lifts about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. If your application requires less force, no smaller MFC bore exists, but stepping up to the MFC25X150U yields 245.3 N at 0.5 MPa for heavier dynamics. The adjustable cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving sensitive masses, but remember it only decelerates the piston near the stroke end. It does not function as a brake; if you need to hold a load vertically during air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets.
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 MFC20X150U FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses a 1/8" port and an 8 mm rod with an M8x1.25 male thread. It generates 157 N push and 131.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 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.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet option, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. It features a SUS304 stainless barrel for washdown resistance and a U flat-end rear cover.
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