Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X175UTC
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X175UTC is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 175mm 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
- Stroke175 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 MFC40X175UTC
Delivering 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MFC40X175UTC is a JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder built for demanding actuation. The 40 mm bore uses a 1/4 inch port and a 16 mm rod with an M14x1.5 male thread. A needle-set variable air cushion at both ends absorbs end-of-stroke shock at high speeds, protecting your payload far better than a fixed bumper. The riveted aluminium covers and SUS304 stainless barrel resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
For the same bore and stroke, this riveted construction is notably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable machine space. Based on the 0.5 MPa push rating, it handles a safe working load of about 377 N, meaning it can vertically lift roughly 32 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X175UTC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X175UTC |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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 MFC40X175UTC
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×175 | 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 MFC40X175UTC Is Used
High-Speed Diverting
Uses the 628.3 N thrust to push heavy cartons off a belt at 800 mm/s, relying on the variable air cushion to stop the 175 mm stroke without slamming.
Pallet Flap Folding
Folds thick cardboard flaps on large packaging lines where the 32 kg vertical lift capacity easily overcomes spring resistance.
Press Ejection
Ejects dense molded parts from a press bed, using the TC trunnion to pivot and the needle-set cushion to decelerate the retracted mass.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X175UTC the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 40 mm bore, step down to an MFC32 if your load requires less than 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, as no larger MFC bore exists. The adjustable air cushion is essential when cycling heavy loads at high speed across the 175 mm stroke, as it lets you dial in the exact deceleration to prevent end-of-stroke banging. Keep in mind the cushion only decelerates the piston near the end caps; it is not a brake.
This model features a U flat-end back cover and pairs with a TC trunnion mount for pivoting setups. Because this is a non-magnet SKU, position sensing is impossible without switching to an -S variant. Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure drops or a valve is centered—install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if you need to hold a suspended load safely.
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 MFC40X175UTC FAQ
This 40 mm bore cylinder features a 1/4 inch port and a 16 mm rod. 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 the -S magnet option, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. The SUS304 stainless build provides washdown resistance, and the needle-adjusted air cushion decelerates loads at stroke end but does not lock the piston.
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