Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X60U
The AirTAC Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X60U is a genuine double acting + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 60mm 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
- Stroke60 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM14×1.5
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X60U
Delivering 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this 40 mm bore double-acting mini cylinder is built for demanding high-speed tasks. The MFC40X60U features a variable air cushion at both ends, allowing you to dial in a needle valve to absorb end-of-stroke shock, protecting your machinery and reducing noise far better than a fixed bumper. Its SUS304 stainless steel barrel and riveted aluminium covers resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
For the same bore and stroke, this JIS-standard round-body cylinder is notably shorter than an ISO 6432 unit, saving valuable mounting space. It carries a U flat-end rear cover and a 1/4 inch port. 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. Note that this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X60U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X60U |
|---|---|
| Series | MFC JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MFC40X60U
| MFC | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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 MFC40X60U Is Used
Heavy Carton Diverting
Uses the 628.3 N push force to positively deflect heavy packaged goods on a high-speed sorting line, with the variable air cushion preventing harsh slams at the 60 mm stroke end.
Press Ejection
Ejects dense metal or plastic blanks from a press bed, relying on the SUS304 stainless construction for durability and the adjustable cushion to soften the return impact.
Pallet Stopper
Acts as a robust pneumatic stop for loaded pallets, where the U flat-end cover absorbs rear contact and the 1/4 inch port ensures rapid actuation.
Is the Airtac MFC Cushioned Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MFC40X60U the Right Cylinder?
If 628.3 N at 0.5 MPa is excessive for your application, step down to the MFC32, which provides 402.2 N; as 40 mm is the largest available bore in this series, you cannot size up within the MFC family. The adjustable air cushion is essential when moving heavy loads at high speeds up to 800 mm/s, preventing harsh impacts at the 60 mm stroke end.
Remember that the cushion needle only decelerates the piston near the end of travel—it is not a brake. If your system loses air, the cylinder will drift and cannot hold position; for secure load holding, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Because this model has no -S magnet, position sensing is unavailable unless you switch to a magnet-equipped variant.
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 MFC40X60U 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, with a theoretical maximum of 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 switches. You would need the magnet-equipped variant for sensing. The cylinder relies on its variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate loads, and its SUS304 stainless barrel offers excellent washdown resistance.
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