Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X15CM
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X15CM is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 15mm stroke, 1/4" 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.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
About the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X15CM
Designed for high-impact short strokes, this double-acting JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder relies on a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to soak up end-of-stroke shock. The SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown, while the CM round-end rear cover completes the compact build. For the same bore and stroke, the body is notably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting length.
At 32 mm bore, it pushes with 402.2 N and pulls with 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa, peaking at a theoretical 82 kgf. This yields a safe working load of roughly 241 N, or enough thrust to lift about 20.5 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. It uses a 1/4" port and a 12 mm rod with an M10x1.25 male thread. Note this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without switching to an -S variant.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X15CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X15CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 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 MFC32X15CM
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 32 | 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 MFC32X15CM Is Used
Short-Stroke Clamping
Ideal for rapidly clamping parts with 402.2 N of push force, where the adjustable air cushion prevents jarring impacts at the 15 mm stroke end.
High-Speed Diverting
Handles fast diverting of small packages on a line, using the 1/4" port air flow and needle-tuned deceleration to stop cleanly without rebound.
Product Pushing
Pushes lightweight cartons into forming sections, benefiting from the SUS304 stainless build and a shorter footprint than ISO 6432 cylinders.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X15CM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing, verify if this 32 mm bore hits the sweet spot: step down to an MFC25 for 245.3 N @0.5 MPa if loads are lighter, or jump up to an MFC40 for 628.3 N @0.5 MPa when you need heavier thrust. The variable air cushion is essential here because the 15 mm stroke accelerates and stops rapidly, requiring precise needle tuning to prevent end-of-stroke banging at speeds up to 800 mm/s.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end—it is not a lock or brake. If your load must hold position on air loss or when the valve is centered, the piston will drift, so you must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Also, because this non-S SKU has no magnet, position sensing is impossible without changing to an -S model.
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 MFC32X15CM FAQ
This 32 mm bore double-acting cylinder uses a 1/4" port and generates 402.2 N push / 345.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 563 N push / 483.8 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. It features a variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate loads, but this is not a braking lock.
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