
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X75SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 75mm 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.
Saving mounting length is a hallmark of this JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder, as its riveted SUS304 stainless steel barrel and aluminium covers make it shorter than an ISO 6432 unit for the same 20 mm bore and 75 mm stroke. The double-acting design generates 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, making it suitable for compact automation tasks.
A built-in piston magnet (-S) allows integration with CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches for position sensing, while the CM round-end rear cover completes the assembly. The defining feature is the variable air cushion at both ends: a needle valve lets you dial in the deceleration to absorb high-speed end-of-stroke shock, reducing noise and load impact compared to a fixed bumper. Based on the 0.5 MPa push rating, this actuator handles a safe working load of roughly 94 N, lifting about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin.
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC20X75SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 75 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. |
| ×75 | 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.
Uses the 157 N push force at 0.5 MPa to flick small moulded components out of a press, relying on the tuned air cushion to stop the rod smoothly without slamming.
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line where the 8 kg vertical lift capacity is plenty, and the CM round-end cover allows flexible rear pivoting.
Holds delicate electronic housings during an assembly process, using the variable cushion to decelerate gently and prevent cracking at the end of the 75 mm stroke.
When sizing this 20 mm bore actuator, step up to the MFC25 if you need more thrust, as it provides 245.3 N at 0.5 MPa compared to the 157 N offered here; there is no smaller MFC bore, making this the baseline choice for light-force tasks. The adjustable air cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving delicate payloads, letting you tune the end-of-stroke deceleration precisely via the needle.
Note that the cushion only slows the piston near the end of travel and does not function as a brake; if air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspended loads. The 1/8" port matches the bore size, and the included -S magnet means the cylinder is ready for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without further modification.
Quick checklist
This 20 mm bore double-acting cylinder uses a 1/8" port and an M8x1.25 male rod 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, the variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and acts purely as a shock absorber, not a brake. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so you must use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load safely.
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