Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 100mm stroke, 1/8" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments. Its ISO 6432 mounting interface makes it a compact drop-in for standard mini-cylinder fixtures.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles 100 mm strokes with ease. The 16 mm bore uses a 1/8 inch port and a Ø6 mm piston rod, while the CM round end cover keeps the rear profile smooth for tight spaces. Its riveted stainless construction resists mild corrosion better than painted alternatives, making it well suited to damp production areas.
Because it conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, the body drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without offering adjustable cushioning. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M6×1.0 |
| 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 | Fixed TPU bumper pads |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MI/MIC (ISO 6432) datasheet. Barrel & rod: stainless steel (round-body, riveted construction). Thread options: PT (blank) / G.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | 121 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. |
MI-family variants: MI / MIC (double acting ±cushion), MSI / MTI (single acting push / pull), MID / MICD (double rod ±cushion), MIJ / MICJ (adjustable stroke ±cushion). Back covers CA / U / R / CM. Mounting LB / FA / SDB / TC.
Where the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM Is Used
Bottle Sorting Diverter
Pushes lightweight plastic bottles onto parallel packaging lanes using 100.5 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa without scratching the stainless exterior.
Small Parts Ejector
Ejects stamped metal components from a press die over a 100 mm travel distance, relying on fixed TPU pads to soften the retraction stop.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds corrugated cardboard flaps prior to sealing, taking advantage of the ISO 6432 mounting dimensions to fit existing clevis brackets.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM the Right Cylinder?
If your task needs less force, the Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the Ø20 bore yields 157 N. This CM round-end model lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches without switching to the -S variant. The 100 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum, though side loads should still be minimized to prevent rod bending.
Note that venting the chamber causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel and never lock the load. To suspend a vertical weight securely during air loss, fit an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Back cover (CA/U/R/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/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X100CM FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port size is 1/8 inch.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet. To use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches, you must select the -S variant. Additionally, the fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end; they do not function as an adjustable air cushion.
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