Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD32X400
The AirTAC Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD32X400 is a genuine double acting, double rod + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 400mm 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.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke400 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod + cushion
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
About the Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD32X400
Twin rods exit both covers of the AirTAC MFCD32X400, delivering equal 345.6 N force at 0.5 MPa in both directions while actively resisting rotation. A needle-set variable air cushion at each end absorbs high-speed end-of-stroke shock, ensuring smooth deceleration across the 400 mm travel. This JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder features a SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers, offering a shorter overall mounting length than an equivalent ISO 6432 unit while resisting mild washdown corrosion.
The 32 mm bore uses a 1/4" air port and M10x1.25 male rod threads. Because this 400 mm stroke exceeds the 300 mm max standard for the MFCD family, it is supplied as a non-standard, made-to-order item. This plain SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches; order the -S variant for position sensing. Based on the 0.5 MPa rating, the safe working load is roughly 207 N, yielding a vertical lift capacity of about 17.6 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD32X400 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD32X400 |
|---|---|
| Series | MFCD JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 400 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod + cushion |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 70 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 MFCD32X400
| MFCD | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-rod, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×400 | 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 MFCD32X400 Is Used
Extended-Reach Gripper
Manages a 400 mm transfer stroke for twin-gripper pick-and-place, using the second rod to prevent jaw twist under 17.6 kg vertical loads.
Reciprocating Film Sealer
Drives a sealing head up and down at high speed, relying on the needle-set air cushions to soften impact at both 400 mm endpoints.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds heavy box flaps simultaneously from both sides, benefiting from equal 345.6 N thrust in both directions for consistent folding force.
Is the Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD32X400 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this double-rod family, compare the real thrust figures: MFCD25 yields 206.1 N at 0.5 MPa, this MFCD32 provides 345.6 N, and MFCD40 reaches 527.8 N. The twin-rod architecture with adjustable air cushions is ideal for high-speed anti-rotation tasks or shock-sensitive twin-tool setups. Keep in mind the air cushion only decelerates the piston near stroke end—it is not a brake. The cylinder will drift on air loss or when a valve is centred, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if you need to hold a load. Mount via LB foot, FA flange or TC trunnion (no SDB or back-cover code exists since a rod exits both ends).
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 MFCD32X400 FAQ
It generates 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa and 483.8 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical max of 70.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Force is equal in both directions due to the double-rod design. The 32 mm bore uses a 1/4" port.
No. The variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not lock or hold the load on air loss, so you need an external rod lock for holding. Additionally, this specific SKU has no magnet (-S), so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches.
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