Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160SCA 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 MFC40X160SCA
Delivering 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting 40 mm bore mini cylinder handles heavy loads with precision. The MFC40X160SCA features a variable air cushion at both ends, allowing you to tune the needle valve to absorb high-speed end-of-stroke shock, protecting your machinery and cutting noise. Its SUS304 stainless round barrel and riveted aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
For the same bore and stroke, this JIS-standard body is noticeably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting space. Equipped with a 1/4 inch port, a 16 mm rod with an M14x1.5 male thread, and a CA rear pivot cover, it integrates easily into pivot-mount setups. Because the -S magnet is present, you can fit CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors for position detection. Based on the 0.5 MPa push rating, it handles a safe working load of about 377 N, lifting roughly 32 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MFC40X160SCA
| 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 MFC40X160SCA Is Used
Heavy Package Diversion
Uses the 628.3 N push force to deflect heavy cartons at high speed, with the tuned air cushion preventing harsh slamming on the 160 mm stroke.
Press Ejection System
Pushes finished metal parts out of a press bed, relying on the SUS304 stainless build for durability in oily environments and the CA pivot for angular alignment.
Pallet Lift Station
Raises lighter pallet components vertically, safely lifting around 32 kg with a 2:1 margin while the -S magnet confirms the raised position via a DMSG sensor.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X160SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 40 mm bore unit, 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 adjustable air cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving heavy masses, preventing harsh impacts at the 160 mm stroke ends.
Remember that the cushion needle only decelerates the piston near the end of travel; it does not function as a brake or lock. If your system loses air pressure or the valve is centered, the piston will drift, so you must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load safely. Alongside the CA rear pivot, you can utilise LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot-block, or TC trunnion mounts to suit your frame.
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 MFC40X160SCA FAQ
This 40 mm bore cylinder features a 1/4 inch port and a 16 mm rod with an M14x1.5 male 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, the variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of its stroke to reduce shock; it is not a brake or lock. If air is lost, the piston will drift, so an external rod lock or pilot check valve is required for suspended loads. The built-in -S magnet supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for position feedback.
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