
The AirTAC Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X175S is a genuine double acting, double rod + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 175mm 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.
Twin rods exiting both SUS304 stainless covers give the AirTAC MFCD20X175S equal push and pull thrust while actively resisting rotation. This JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder delivers 131.9 N at 0.5 MPa in both directions, yielding a safe working load of roughly 79 N or a 6.7 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin.
Adjustable needle air cushions at each end absorb end-of-stroke shock for smooth 30-800 mm/s operation. The riveted aluminium body is shorter than a comparable ISO 6432 unit, and the -S suffix adds a piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. It uses a 1/8" port and M8x1.25 male rod threads.
| Model | Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X175S |
|---|---|
| Series | MFCD JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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.
| 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).
| MFCD | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-rod, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | 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.
Drives a 175 mm transfer stroke with a second tool on the back rod, using equal 131.9 N thrust for balanced push and pull.
Twin 8 mm rods steady the load and cut side-play during high-speed indexing, while needle cushions soften the end stop.
Saves machine length versus ISO 6432 designs, using its built-in magnet and 1/8" port to trigger CMSG sensors mid-stroke.
Choose the 20 mm bore over the MFCD25 (206.1 N at 0.5 MPa) when your payload is light and space is tight. The double-rod layout is ideal for high-speed anti-rotation tasks or mounting a second tool on the back rod. Note that the air cushions only decelerate the load; they do not lock it. Use an external rod lock or pilot check valve if you must hold position on air loss. Mount via LB foot, FA flange or TC trunnion (no SDB).
Quick checklist
It provides equal force both ways: 131.9 N at 0.5 MPa, 184.7 N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical max of 26.9 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port is 1/8".
No. The needle air cushions only decelerate the piston near stroke end; they do not lock the load. For holding, use an external rod lock. The -S magnet supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches.
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