
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X300SU is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 300mm 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.
Tuned for high-speed strokes, the MFC20X300SU uses a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the piston smoothly, eliminating the harsh end-of-stroke bang typical of bumper mini cylinders. This JIS-standard round-body unit features a SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers, yielding a body notably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder for the same 20 mm bore and 300 mm stroke.
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it provides a safe working load of roughly 94 N and can vertically lift about 8 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The -S suffix equips the piston with a magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches, while the U flat-end back cover supports direct mounting. Air connects via a 1/8" port.
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X300SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 300 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.
| 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.
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×300 | 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.
Ideal for swiftly routing small parcels on a 300 mm stroke; the needle-set air cushion halts the 8 kg load gently without jarring the conveyor frame.
Drives a 94 N pressing action for snapping delicate plastic components together, where the SUS304 body resists shop-floor coolant mist.
Fits into tight sorting stations thanks to a shorter body than ISO 6432 designs, using the U flat-end cover for flush rear mounting.
For lighter payloads, the MFC20X300SU offers a safe working load near 94 N (60% of its 157 N push at 0.5 MPa); if your application demands more thrust, stepping up to the MFC25 provides 245.3 N at 0.5 MPa. The variable air cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving sensitive loads, as it absorbs kinetic energy without harsh impacts.
Because this is a double-acting cylinder, it will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centred—the cushion only decelerates near stroke end and acts as neither a lock nor a brake. To hold a load securely, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets.
Quick checklist
This 20 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" 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 of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix means it has a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors. However, it cannot hold a load on air loss; the variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near stroke end. Use a pilot check valve for vertical holding.
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