Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500SCA 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 MFC32X500SCA
Delivering 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting 32 mm bore mini cylinder handles long 500 mm strokes while keeping shock firmly in check. A variable air cushion at both ends lets you dial in the deceleration needle to absorb high-speed end-of-stroke impact, protecting your payload far better than a fixed rubber bumper. The riveted SUS304 stainless barrel and aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
For the same bore and stroke, this JIS-standard round-body unit is notably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting length. Equipped here with a piston magnet (-S) for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors, and a CA rear pivot cover, it provides a safe working load of roughly 241 N. It will lift about 20.5 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin, operating at speeds from 30 to 800 mm/s via its 1/4" port.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MFC32X500SCA
| 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 MFC32X500SCA Is Used
Long-Stroke Diverting
Extends 500 mm at high speed to push heavy cartons across transfer lines, using the adjustable air cushion to halt the 402.2 N thrust smoothly without slamming.
Controlled Lowering
Lowers a 20 kg fixture down a 500 mm vertical path, relying on the needle-set cushion to decelerate the payload gently before it reaches the bottom cover.
Film Roll Feeding
Advances large packaging film rolls in washdown-prone areas; the SUS304 barrel shrugs off moisture while the CA pivot accommodates slight alignment shifts.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X500SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 32 mm bore, step down to an MFC25 if your load only requires 245.3 N at 0.5 MPa, or move up to an MFC40 for heavier payloads needing 628.3 N. The adjustable air cushion is essential for this 500 mm travel model, as high traverse speeds generate significant kinetic energy that a standard bumper cannot absorb. Tune the needle to eliminate end-of-stroke banging without stalling the move.
Because this is a double-acting cylinder, it will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centred, as the cushion only decelerates the piston near the end caps and acts as neither a lock nor a brake. To suspend a load safely mid-stroke, fit an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Mounting is flexible via the CA pivot, and the included -S magnet supports reed or electronic position sensing.
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 MFC32X500SCA FAQ
This 32 mm bore double-acting cylinder pushes with 402.2 N and pulls with 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 563 N and pulls 483.8 N, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a 1/4" air port, features a 12 mm rod with an M10x1.25 male thread, and operates at speeds between 30 and 800 mm/s.
The -S suffix adds a piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG and EMSG sensors, while the CA cover provides a rear pivot mount. The variable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the piston near stroke end to reduce shock; it does not lock or hold the load. If air loss occurs, the cylinder will drift, so use an external rod lock for suspended loads.
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