
The AirTAC Airtac MFCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MFCJ20X250-40S is a genuine double acting, adjustable stroke + cushion JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 250mm 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.
Dial in exact end positions and absorb high-speed shock with the AirTAC MFCJ20X250-40S. This JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder features a 40 mm external adjuster that shortens the extend stroke on-site (usable range 210-250 mm), paired with needle-set variable air cushions at both ends for smooth deceleration.
Built with a SUS304 stainless barrel and riveted aluminium covers, the body is deliberately shorter than an ISO 6432 unit of the same bore and stroke, saving valuable mounting length. The 20 mm bore delivers 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa (131.9 N pull), yielding a safe working load around 94 N or roughly 8 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. A 1/8" port and built-in magnet (-S) enable CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors for position feedback.
| Model | Airtac MFCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MFCJ20X250-40S |
|---|---|
| Series | MFCJ JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 250 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, adjustable stroke + 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 500 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 | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | 185 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| MFCJ | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (adjustable-stroke, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | 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.
Fine-tune the extend stroke up to 40 mm during machine changeovers to accommodate different part lengths without swapping cylinders.
Leverage the 157 N push force to deflect light packages on a conveyor, relying on the variable air cushion to prevent end-of-stroke slamming at high speeds.
Perfect for trial-fit rigs where the exact 210-250 mm extend position and deceleration rate both need iterative tuning to protect delicate samples.
Choose the MFCJ20X250-40S when your application demands both on-site stroke tuning and end-of-stroke shock absorption, such as high-speed changeovers or shock-sensitive trial fits. The 20 mm bore provides 157 N push at 0.5 MPa; if you need more force, stepping up to the MFCJ25 offers 245.3 N at the same pressure. Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of travel—it does not lock or hold the load. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspended loads. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, and TC trunnion (no SDB).
Quick checklist
This 20 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" air port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread. It generates 157 N push / 131.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 219.8 N push / 184.7 N pull at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches. The external adjuster shortens the extend stroke by up to 40 mm on-site (usable range 210-250 mm), while the variable air cushion at both ends is needle-adjustable to decelerate the load smoothly.
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