Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150
The AirTAC Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150 is a genuine double acting, double rod + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 150mm stroke, 1/8" 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.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke150 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod + cushion
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150
Twin rods exiting both covers give this JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder equal force in both directions, delivering 131.9 N at 0.5 MPa and 184.7 N at 0.7 MPa. The SUS304 stainless steel barrel and riveted aluminium covers keep the unit compact, making it shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder for the same 20 mm bore and 150 mm stroke. A needle-set variable air cushion at each end soaks up high-speed end-of-stroke shock for quiet, smooth motion.
With a theoretical maximum of 26.9 kgf at 1.0 MPa, this double-acting unit handles a safe working load of roughly 79 N, or about 6.7 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. The second rod steadies the load against side-play and allows mounting a stopper or secondary tool on the back side. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors; the 1/8" port and M8x1.25 male rod thread are standard.
Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150 |
|---|---|
| Series | MFCD JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 150 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod + cushion |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 300 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 (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 185 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 27 kgf |
Double-rod: a rod exits both covers, so output force is equal in both directions (rod-side area used).
Model Code: Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150
| MFCD | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-rod, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×150 | 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 MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150 Is Used
Twin-Tool Transfer
Shuttles parts between stations at high speed using dual tooling mounts on both rod ends, relying on the 131.9 N force and needle cushions to prevent end-stroke bounce.
Anti-Rotation Clamping
Holds a workpiece steady against side-play during machining, using the second rod to resist twisting torque while clamping with roughly 6.7 kg of vertical force.
High-Speed Diverting
Diverts lightweight packages on a conveyor at speeds up to 800 mm/s, with the variable air cushion absorbing the kinetic energy of the 150 mm stroke to ensure smooth stops.
Is the Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150 the Right Cylinder?
Choose the MFCD20 when your application needs around 79 N of safe working force; step up to the MFCD25 (206.1 N at 0.5 MPa) if your load exceeds the 20 mm bore class. The variable air cushion and twin-rod anti-rotation design shine in high-speed, shock-sensitive setups where a single rod would twist or bounce. Mount via LB foot, FA flange or TC trunnion (no SDB or back-cover code exists since a rod exits both ends). Remember that air pressure alone does not hold the load if air is lost, the piston drifts, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspended loads. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, you must select a magnet-equipped variant if you need position sensing.
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 MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X150 FAQ
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the force is equal both ways using the rod-side area. It generates 131.9 N at 0.5 MPa and 184.7 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 26.9 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The bore is 20 mm with a 1/8" port.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. The unit features a variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the load, but this is not a lock or brake.
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