
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X200CA is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 200mm 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 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting 40 mm bore mini cylinder handles heavy loads with precision. The MFC40X200CA features a variable air cushion at both ends, allowing you to dial in a needle valve to absorb high-speed end-of-stroke shock, protecting your machinery and cutting noise. Built with a SUS304 stainless steel barrel and riveted aluminium covers, it resists mild corrosion and washdown environments.
For the same bore and stroke, this JIS-standard round-body cylinder is noticeably shorter than an ISO 6432 unit, saving valuable mounting space. It provides a safe working load of roughly 377 N (about 60% of its 0.5 MPa push rating) and lifts approximately 32 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Note that this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors; choose the -S variant if position detection is required.
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X200CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 200 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.
| 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.
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×200 | 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.
Leverages the 628.3 N push force to positively divert heavy packaged goods on a high-speed sorting line, with the variable air cushion preventing harsh slams at the 200 mm stroke end.
Ejects dense stamped parts from a press bed; the SUS304 stainless barrel withstands residual cutting fluids while the adjustable cushion absorbs the sudden mass transfer.
Acts as a robust stop gate for loaded pallets, using the CA pivot mount to absorb side loads while safely holding an estimated 377 N working load without shock damage.
When sizing this 40 mm bore model, which peaks at a theoretical 128.1 kgf at 1.0 MPa, consider stepping down to the MFC32 if your application only requires 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, as 40 mm is the largest available bore in this series. The adjustable air cushion is essential when moving heavy payloads at high speeds up to 800 mm/s, as it decelerates the piston smoothly. However, the cushion only slows the stroke near the end points—it does not function as a brake or lock. If your system needs to hold a vertical load during air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
This unit features a CA rear pivot cover and a 1/4" port. Mounting flexibility is broad, with options including LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot-block, and TC trunnion brackets. Because this base model has no internal magnet, you cannot mount magnetic switches directly to it; select the -S version to enable CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor integration.
Quick checklist
This 40 mm bore cylinder features a 1/4" 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 the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. Additionally, while the variable air cushion decelerates the piston at stroke ends, it is not a lock; use a pilot check valve to hold loads.
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