
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X60CA is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 60mm 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.
Delivering 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MFC32X60CA is a JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder built for double-acting operation. A variable air cushion at both ends lets you dial in the needle valve to absorb high-speed end-of-stroke shock, protecting your payload and lowering shop noise far better than a fixed rubber bumper. The riveted SUS304 stainless barrel and aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown, while the included CA rear pivot cover simplifies rear-clevis mounting.
For the same 32 mm bore and 60 mm stroke, this cylinder is notably shorter than an ISO 6432 unit, saving valuable machine footprint without sacrificing power. Operating pressure spans 0.15 to 1.0 MPa, and the 1/4" port feeds a 12 mm rod with an M10x1.25 male thread. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches. Based on the 0.5 MPa thrust, expect a safe working load around 241 N, or roughly 20.5 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 safety margin.
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC32X60CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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.
| 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.
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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 402.2 N thrust to push parcels off a high-speed belt, relying on the adjustable air cushion to stop the 60 mm stroke smoothly without jarring the mechanism.
Presses bearings or pins into housings on an automated line, where the variable cushion prevents impact damage to delicate metal parts at cycle end.
Acts as a rugged stop gate for medium-weight pallets, using the CA pivot mount to absorb side loads as loads contact the 12 mm rod.
When sizing this 32 mm bore, compare it directly against adjacent models: the MFC25 provides 245.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while the larger MFC40 steps up to 628.3 N. Choose the MFC32X60CA when your application requires moderate force and high cycling speeds where the adjustable air cushion is essential to prevent harsh impacts. If you need position feedback, you must select the -S magnet version to mount sensors.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake. If air pressure drops or the valve is centered, the cylinder will not hold its load and the rod will drift. For vertical or suspended loads that must remain fixed during a power loss, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
Quick checklist
This double-acting cylinder features a 1/4" port and a 12 mm rod. It generates 402.2 N push and 345.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 563 N push and 483.8 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need to order the -S variant for position sensing. The SUS304 stainless build and adjustable air cushion are standard across the series.
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