Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500CM
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500CM is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 500mm 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
- Stroke500 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 MFC32X500CM
The MFC32X500CM delivers 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, making it a solid mid-range actuator for automated machinery. Its defining feature is the variable air cushion at both ends-a needle valve you adjust to absorb end-of-stroke shock at high speeds, protecting your tooling and reducing noise compared to a fixed-bumper mini.
Built to JIS standards, this round-body cylinder uses a SUS304 stainless barrel with riveted aluminium covers, offering mild corrosion resistance for washdown areas. With a 500 mm stroke, it remains shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder of the same bore and stroke, saving valuable mounting length. The 1/4" port and M10x1.25 rod thread are standard for this bore size.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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 MFC32X500CM
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×500 | 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 MFC32X500CM Is Used
High-Speed Pick & Place
Moves 20 kg payloads at 500 mm/s; the adjustable cushion decelerates the arm smoothly at both stroke ends, preventing part damage and reducing cycle-time vibration.
Carton Ejection
Pushes finished cartons off a conveyor at 402.2 N force. The needle-set cushion absorbs the impact of the load stopping, keeping the line quiet and stable.
Clamping Jig
Holds a workpiece in a drilling fixture with 402.2 N clamping force. The variable cushion allows gentle approach and firm contact, avoiding shock to the part.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500CM the Right Cylinder?
For lighter indexing tasks, the MFC25 offers 245.3 N at 0.5 MPa; step up to the MFC40 for 628.3 N if your load demands more force. The variable cushion is critical when moving heavy loads at speeds above 300 mm/s-it prevents hard impacts that can damage components. Remember, this cylinder does not hold its position on air loss; the piston drifts. Use an external rod lock for vertical or safety-critical applications. This SKU has no -S magnet, so it cannot accept a magnetic switch; choose the -S variant for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, and SDB pivot blocks.
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 MFC32X500CM FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, push force is 402.2 N and pull is 345.6 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 563 N and pull is 483.8 N. Theoretical maximum force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure range is 0.15-1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU (MFC32X500CM) does not include the -S magnet, so it cannot be used with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. You would need the -S variant for sensing capability. The 'CM' suffix indicates a round-end back cover.
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