Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15UTC
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15UTC 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 MFC20X15UTC
Soaking up high-speed shock with a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends, the AirTAC MFC20X15UTC brings smooth deceleration to compact automation. This JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder features a SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers, offering mild corrosion resistance while remaining shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder for the same 20mm bore and 15mm stroke. A flat U back cover and TC trunnion mount support pivoting installations.
Delivering 157N of push force at 0.5MPa, it provides a safe working load of roughly 94N, lifting about 8kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. The double-acting piston uses a 1/8" port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread. Note this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot take CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches without the -S option.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15UTC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15UTC |
|---|---|
| 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 MFC20X15UTC
| 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 MFC20X15UTC Is Used
Short-stroke diverter
Rapidly deflects light packages on a conveyor using the 15mm stroke, relying on the variable air cushion to silently absorb the rapid direction reversal.
Clamping mechanism
Holds small aluminium parts during machining, applying a safe 94N clamping force without crushing the workpiece.
Pivoting gate actuator
Drives a lightweight access flap via the TC trunnion mount, where the compact overall length saves valuable machine footprint.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X15UTC the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20mm bore, step up to the MFC25 for 245.3N at 0.5MPa if your load exceeds the 94N safe threshold, as no smaller MFC bore exists. The variable air cushion is essential for heavy or fast-moving loads to prevent end-of-stroke banging, but remember it only decelerates the piston; it does not lock the load. If air pressure drops, the rod drifts, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspended loads. The included TC trunnion pairs with the U back cover for pivot mounting, and you must specify the -S variant if you need position sensing.
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 MFC20X15UTC FAQ
This double-acting cylinder has a 20mm bore, an 8mm rod, and a 1/8" port. It generates 157N push and 131.9N pull at 0.5MPa, 219.8N push and 184.7N pull at 0.7MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 32kgf at 1.0MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches will not function. You must order the -S variant to enable sensing. The SUS304 stainless build and adjustable air cushion ensure quiet operation even at high speeds.
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