Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X220CA
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X220CA is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 220mm 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
- Stroke220 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 MFC40X220CA
Taming high-speed shock in a compact footprint, the AirTAC MFC40X220CA is a JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder built for double-acting operation. It delivers a robust 628.3 N push force at 0.5 MPa, making it the heavy hitter of the MFC family. This specific configuration includes a CA rear pivot cover and a 220 mm stroke.
Unlike basic bumper cylinders, this model features a variable air cushion at both ends; you simply turn the needle valve to soak up end-of-stroke kinetic energy, protecting your payload from impact. The SUS304 stainless steel barrel and riveted aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown, and for the same bore and stroke, the MFC body is noticeably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder. 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. The 1/4" port matches the 40 mm bore class.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X220CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X220CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 220 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 MFC40X220CA
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×220 | 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 MFC40X220CA Is Used
Stamping Ejector
Safely ejects heavy metal stamped parts at speed, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent slamming at the 220 mm stroke end.
Pallet Diverter
Pushes loaded pallets sideways with 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, absorbing the sudden stop shock via the needle-set cushion.
Vertical Lift Gate
Raises a 32 kg access gate using a 2:1 safety margin, while the CA pivot rear cover accommodates the angular articulation during travel.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X220CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 40 mm bore, step down to an MFC32 if your load requires less force—it yields 402.2 N push at 0.5 MPa. Because 40 mm is the largest bore in the MFC series, you cannot size up within this family; for forces beyond 628.3 N you would need a different cylinder platform entirely. The variable air cushion is essential here if you are moving heavy loads at high speeds, as it prevents destructive end-of-stroke banging.
Keep in mind that the cushion needle only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock. If your application must hold a load vertically during air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Also, this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. You can mount it via the CA rear pivot, or use LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot-block, or TC trunnion brackets.
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 MFC40X220CA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder features a 1/4" port and a 16 mm rod. It generates 628.3 N push and 527.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 879.6 N push and 738.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 128.1 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for position sensing, though the SUS304 stainless build and variable air cushion remain standard.
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