Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CA
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CA is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 160mm 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.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM14×1.5
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
About the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CA
Delivering 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting round-body mini cylinder handles heavy loads with precision. The 40 mm bore uses a 1/4" port and a 16 mm rod with an M14x1.5 male thread. A variable air cushion at both ends lets you dial in the deceleration to absorb end-of-stroke shock at high speeds, protecting your machinery and cutting noise.
Built with a SUS304 stainless steel barrel and riveted aluminium covers, the JIS-standard construction resists mild corrosion and washdown environments. For the same bore and stroke, the body is shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting space. This specific SKU lacks a magnet and cannot accept sensors; adding the -S variant enables CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The CA rear pivot cover simplifies angular mounting. Based on the 0.5 MPa push rating, it handles a safe working load of roughly 377 N, lifting about 32 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M14×1.5 |
| 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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | 739 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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 MFC40X160CA
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 MFC40X160CA Is Used
Heavy Package Diversion
Pushes dense cartons off a high-speed belt using 628.3 N of force, relying on the adjustable air cushion to stop the 160 mm stroke without slamming.
Press Ejection
Ejects formed metal parts from a press bed, where the needle-set cushion absorbs the shock of moving heavy components at rapid cycle rates.
Pallet Stopper Arm
Acts as a heavy-duty stopping mechanism for loaded pallets, using the CA rear pivot to swing into place and the stainless barrel to survive dust.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 40 mm bore, step down to the MFC32 if your application only requires 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, as no larger MFC bore exists for higher demands. The adjustable air cushion is essential when cycling heavy loads at high speeds, allowing you to fine-tune the end-of-stroke deceleration. Keep in mind the cushion only slows the piston near the end of travel; it does not function as a brake. If you need to hold a load vertically during air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. This non-magnetic version cannot support position sensing, and you can pair it with LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion mounts alongside the CA pivot.
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 MFC40X160CA FAQ
This 40 mm bore cylinder features a 1/4" port and a 16 mm rod with an M14x1.5 thread. It generates 628.3 N push and 527.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 879.6 N push and 738.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 128.1 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet. You must order the -S variant to use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches. Additionally, the variable air cushion only decelerates the load at stroke end and does not lock the position; use a pilot check valve for holding.
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