
The AirTAC Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD32X450 is a genuine double acting, double rod + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 450mm 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.
Twin rods exit both covers on the AirTAC MFCD32X450, yielding equal 345.6 N thrust at 0.5 MPa in both directions while steadying the load against rotation. This JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder features a SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers, measuring shorter than an ISO 6432 unit for the same bore and stroke to save mounting length.
Needle-set variable air cushions at both ends soak up high-speed end-of-stroke shock across the 450 mm travel. This specific 450 mm stroke exceeds the 300 mm standard maximum, making it a non-standard, made-to-order item. The 1/4" port and M10x1.25 male rod thread accommodate robust tooling, while the lack of an -S magnet means this SKU cannot take CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
| Model | Airtac MFCD Double Rod Cushioned Mini Cylinder MFCD32X450 |
|---|---|
| Series | MFCD JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 450 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.
| 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).
| MFCD | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (double-rod, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×450 | 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 high-speed dual-head stamping station where the second rod maintains strict parallelism, absorbing end-stroke shock via the needle air cushion over the 450 mm travel.
Pushes heavy pallets along a conveyor using the 345.6 N bidirectional force, relying on the twin rods to prevent binding across the extended 450 mm length.
Actuates a 17.6 kg safety gate up and down with equal force both ways, using the adjustable cushions to prevent slamming at the top and bottom extremes.
When sizing the 32 mm bore, compare it directly against the MFCD25 at 206.1 N and the MFCD40 at 527.8 N, both at 0.5 MPa. The MFCD32X450 provides a computed safe working load of roughly 207 N, which translates to a vertical lift capacity of about 17.6 kg each way with a 2:1 safety margin. The double-rod architecture is ideal for high-speed twin-tool setups requiring strict anti-rotation control.
Because the 450 mm stroke is non-standard, expect a made-to-order lead time. Note that the variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near stroke end; it does not function as a brake. If the application requires position holding upon air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, and TC trunnion, with no SDB option due to the dual-rod design.
Quick checklist
The MFCD32X450 delivers equal force both ways: 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa, 483.8 N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 70.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a 1/4" air port and a 12 mm rod with an M10x1.25 male thread on each end.
No, the variable air cushion only decelerates the load near the stroke ends and does not act as a lock; use an external rod lock for holding. Additionally, this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot take CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without the -S option.
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