Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CM
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CM 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 MFC40X160CM
Delivering 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this 40 mm bore double-acting mini cylinder is built for heavy-duty actuation. The MFC40X160CM features a needle-adjustable variable air cushion at both ends, allowing you to dial in the deceleration and eliminate end-of-stroke shock when moving substantial masses at high speed. Its JIS-standard round-body construction pairs a SUS304 stainless steel barrel with riveted aluminium covers to resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
Equipped with a CM round-end rear cover, the unit provides a safe working load of roughly 377 N, lifting about 32 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. It feeds air through a 1/4" port and uses an M14x1.5 male rod thread. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches. For the same 40 mm bore and 160 mm stroke, the riveted rolling-packed body is noticeably shorter than a standard ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable machine footprint.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CM |
|---|---|
| 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 MFC40X160CM
| 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 MFC40X160CM Is Used
Heavy Carton Diversion
Pushes heavy packaged goods at high speed across a sorting line, relying on the variable air cushion to stop the 160 mm stroke smoothly without jarring the belt.
Vertical Press Lowering
Lowers a 30 kg tooling head safely, using the 628.3 N push force at 0.5 MPa while the adjustable cushion prevents harsh bottoming out at the workpiece.
Pallet Component Insertion
Drives robust assembly pins into dense materials, benefiting from the SUS304 stainless barrel's resistance to industrial dust and occasional washdown spray.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160CM 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 loads exceeding the 628.3 N provided here. The variable air cushion is essential if you are driving heavy payloads near the 800 mm/s maximum speed, as it absorbs kinetic energy that would otherwise slam the piston into the covers. Remember that the cushion needle only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock.
If your cycle demands position feedback, you must select an -S magnet variant to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors, as this base SKU cannot take a switch. Furthermore, a standard cylinder does not hold its load upon air loss or when a valve is centered—the piston will drift. To suspend a load safely mid-stroke, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your pneumatic circuit.
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 MFC40X160CM FAQ
This 40 mm bore cylinder features a 1/4" air port and an M14x1.5 male rod 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, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMG switches. You must order the -S variant for position sensing. The cylinder does feature a CM round-end rear cover and a SUS304 stainless steel barrel for reliable performance in mild corrosion environments.
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