Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15CA
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15CA is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 15mm 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
- Stroke15 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 MFC20X15CA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MFC20X15CA is a JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder built for double-acting operation. A needle-set variable air cushion at both ends absorbs high-speed end-of-stroke shock, protecting your load while actively reducing noise. This 20 mm bore unit features an 8 mm rod, an M8x1.25 male thread, and a 1/8" port. The riveted aluminium covers and SUS304 stainless barrel resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
For the same bore and stroke, this compact body is notably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting length. With a 15 mm stroke, it yields a safe working load of roughly 94 N, lifting about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors; add the -S variant if you require position detection.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 MFC20X15CA
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 MFC20X15CA Is Used
Short-Stroke Clamping
Ideal for securing small electronic components during machining, using the 15 mm stroke to apply a fast, cushioned 157 N clamping force without slamming.
Product Diverting
Handles rapid push-off actions on packaging lines where the adjustable air cushion quietly halts the 8 mm rod at the end of each 15 mm cycle.
Compact Ejection
Fits into tight machinery spaces to eject light moulded parts, leveraging the shorter-than-ISO-6432 body length to save valuable machine footprint.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20 mm bore actuator, step down if your payload is extremely light, or move up to the MFC25 which provides 245.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The variable air cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving heavy masses, allowing you to tune the deceleration precisely. Keep in mind the cushion only slows the piston near the stroke end—it is not a brake. The cylinder will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centred, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads.
This model uses a CA rear pivot cover. Because it lacks the -S magnet, magnetic switches cannot be mounted. You can attach it using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion hardware to suit your layout.
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 MFC20X15CA FAQ
This 20 mm bore double-acting cylinder has a 1/8" port. 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 of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet, so CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches will not function. You must select the -S variant for position sensing. The SUS304 stainless build and needle-adjustable air cushion remain standard.
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