Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10R
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10R is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 10mm 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
- Stroke10 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10R
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles brief 10 mm shifts with precision. The Ø16 bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke end, and the R back cover supplies an axial-in port for tidy rear plumbing.
Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which safely lifts about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches. The riveted construction keeps the body light, and the unit operates between 0.15-1.0 MPa at speeds of 30-800 mm/s.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10R Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10R |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 10 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 MI16X10R
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 MI16X10R Is Used
Clamp Ejection
Kicks small stamped metal parts out of a fixture using the 10 mm stroke, relying on the 100.5 N push force to overcome light spring detents.
Flap Tucking
Folds cardboard carton flaps on a packaging line where the compact 16 mm bore and axial rear port fit neatly inside the folding frame.
Valve Triggering
Pivots a diverter gate in a lab fluid dispenser, using the stainless body to withstand occasional chemical splash during operation.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10R the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, the smaller Ø12 generates 56.5 N push while the larger Ø20 yields 157.0 N at 0.5 MPa, letting you step up if the load demands more power. This R-cover version routes air axially from the rear, so verify your manifold alignment. Since the stroke is only 10 mm, rod bending is negligible, but note that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost—the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. For a suspended load, specify an external pilot check valve. To add sensing, switch to the -S magnet variant.
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 MI16X10R FAQ
The 1/8" ported Ø16 bore yields 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, rising to 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the Ø16 bore uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it drops into standard mini-cylinder foot and clevis brackets. However, because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches.
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