Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10SCA
The AirTAC MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10SCA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 10mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments. Its ISO 6432 mounting interface fits standard ISO 6432 mini-cylinder mounting interfaces.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
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About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10SCA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles short 10 mm strokes with precision. The riveted round body shrugs off mild corrosion better than painted alternatives, making it ideal for damp production lines. Its M5×0.8 port and Ø6 mm rod keep the footprint compact while maintaining a robust 20.5 kgf theoretical maximum at 1.0 MPa.
The built-in piston magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for position sensing. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impacts, and the rear CA clevis mount allows pivoting articulation.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| 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 MI16X10SCA
| 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 (double rod, adjustable stroke ±cushion). Back covers CA / U / R / CM. Mounting LB / FA / SDB / TC.
Where the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10SCA Is Used
Clamping Small Parts
Secures plastic housings during ultrasonic welding operations using the 10 mm stroke and 100.5 N push force.
Package Diverting
Deploys a short 10 mm flag to route small cardboard cartons on a packaging line without overpowering the goods.
Ejector Mechanism
Pushes lightweight molded rubber parts out of an injection mold cavity using the CA pivot bracket to absorb angular misalignment.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X10SCA the Right Cylinder?
If you need less force, the Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the Ø20 bore yields 157.0 N for heavier tasks. This 10 mm stroke is highly compact, minimizing rod bending risks even under lateral stress. Because the standard MI design lacks an internal lock, the piston will drift if air pressure drops or the valve centers—install an external rod lock or pilot check valve if you must hold a load vertically. The -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensors, while the CA rear cover supplies pivot mounting.
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 MI16X10SCA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it delivers 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa, and the air port is M5×0.8.
No, the piston will drift if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. You must use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load.
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