Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X200S
The AirTAC Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X200S is a genuine double acting, double rod + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 200mm 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
- Stroke200 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 MFCD20X200S
Twin rods and needle-set air cushions at both ends define the MFCD20X200S, a JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder built for smooth, anti-rotation motion at high speeds. The SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers yield a compact body that is physically shorter than an ISO 6432 unit of the same bore and stroke, saving valuable machine space while resisting mild washdown corrosion. Because a rod exits both covers, thrust is equal in both directions at 131.9 N at 0.5 MPa and 184.7 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical max of 26.9 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Driven by a 20 mm bore, an 8 mm rod at each end, and a 1/8" port, this double-acting unit provides a safe working load of about 79 N (roughly 60% of the 0.5 MPa force) and a vertical lift capacity near 6.7 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The extended 200 mm stroke travels at 30-800 mm/s. The built-in magnet (-S) directly supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for position sensing. Remember that the variable cushions only decelerate the piston near stroke end; they do not lock the load, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve if you need to hold position on air loss.
Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X200S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X200S |
|---|---|
| Series | MFCD JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 200 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 MFCD20X200S
| MFCD | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-rod, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | 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.
Where the Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X200S Is Used
Twin-Tool Transfer
Shuttles a 6 kg electronics tray 200 mm between two stations. The second rod prevents yawing during the rapid 800 mm/s traverse, while the needle cushions absorb end-of-stroke shock.
Gripper Actuator
Drives a synchronized dual-gripper pick-and-place head. Equal 131.9 N force both ways ensures consistent grip pressure whether opening or closing, without requiring separate pressure regulators.
Vertical Damping
Lowers a 4 kg packaging flap smoothly. The adjustable air cushion decelerates the load just before the bottom cover, preventing slamming without needing a separate hydraulic shock absorber.
Is the Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD20X200S the Right Cylinder?
Choose the MFCD20X200S when your application needs equal force both ways (131.9 N at 0.5 MPa) and stable anti-rotation guidance over a 200 mm travel. If your load requires more thrust, step up to the MFCD25, which delivers 206.1 N at 0.5 MPa. This 20 mm bore version uses an 8 mm rod and a 1/8" port, making it ideal for lighter, high-speed twin-tool setups where shock absorption is critical. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, and TC trunnion (no SDB or back-cover code exists because rods exit both ends). The -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensors; a non-S SKU cannot take a switch. Always add an external pilot check valve if the load must resist drifting when air pressure drops.
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 MFCD20X200S FAQ
The MFCD20X200S is a double-acting, double-rod cylinder with 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. It uses a 20 mm bore, an 8 mm rod at each end, and a 1/8" port.
Yes, the -S suffix means it has a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG position switches. However, the variable air cushions only decelerate the piston near stroke end; they do not lock or hold the load. You must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve to prevent drifting on air loss.
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