Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X225SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X225SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 225mm 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
- Stroke225 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 MFC20X225SCM
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting mini cylinder integrates a variable air cushion at both ends to absorb high-speed shocks. The needle-set deceleration protects payloads and reduces noise, functioning only to slow the piston near stroke end rather than acting as a brake. An 8 mm rod and 1/8 inch port keep the pneumatic footprint compact.
Built with a SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers, the JIS-standard round-body design resists mild corrosion and washdown environments. For the same bore and stroke, the unit is physically shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting length. The -S suffix equips the piston with a magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches, while the CM back cover provides a specific round-end rear mounting interface. Based on the 0.5 MPa thrust, it handles a safe working load of roughly 94 N or lifts about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X225SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X225SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 225 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 MFC20X225SCM
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×225 | 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 MFC20X225SCM Is Used
Package Diverting
Ideal for rapidly pushing light parcels on a conveyor, using the adjustable air cushion to stop the 225 mm stroke smoothly without slamming the diverter arm.
Small Part Ejection
Ejects delicate moulded components at speed; the needle-set deceleration prevents the 8 mm rod from cracking the part as it reaches the end of travel.
Bin Sorting
Handles the repetitive motion of sorting lightweight totes into bins, benefiting from the SUS304 barrel's resistance to humid or dusty warehouse environments.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X225SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20 mm bore, step down if payloads are very light, or move up to the MFC25 which provides 245.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa for heavier demands. The variable air cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving sensitive masses, as it lets you dial in the exact end-of-stroke deceleration. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it is fully ready for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensor integration.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston and does not hold position. If air pressure drops or the valve is centred, the load will drift; for vertical or suspended loads, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. The CM round-end back cover on this model must be matched with the appropriate rear mounting accessory.
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 MFC20X225SCM FAQ
This 20 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8 inch port and an 8 mm rod. 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, the variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end to reduce shock; it is not a lock or brake. If air is lost, the piston will drift. For suspended loads, use an external rod lock or pilot check valve. The -S magnet allows CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors to track position.
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