Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150CM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150CM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 150mm 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
- Stroke150 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150CM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 150 mm stroke with a 1/8" port. The riveted construction and stainless barrel resist mild corrosion, giving it an edge over painted alternatives in damp production areas. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without requiring manual adjustment.
Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa to maintain safe operating margins, which equates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically. The CM round rear cover keeps the body smooth for tight spaces. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 150 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 MI16X150CM
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×150 | 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 MI16X150CM Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Uses the 100.5 N push force to maintain consistent yarn tension on a weaving machine, where the stainless rod withstands humid manufacturing environments.
Package Sorting Diverter
Extends 150 mm to push small cardboard cartons off a main conveyor belt, relying on the CM round end to fit within narrow transfer lane clearances.
Label Applicator Stroke
Actuates a labeling head forward to press adhesive tags onto packaged goods, benefiting from the fixed TPU bumpers to prevent harsh mechanical stops.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150CM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, the smaller 12 mm option yields 56.5 N push while the larger 20 mm bore provides 157.0 N at 0.5 MPa, letting you step up if the load proves too heavy. The 150 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum, though long extensions increase side-load risks and rod bending, so guide the load properly. The ISO 6432 mounting dimensions allow direct integration into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Remember that venting the air supply causes the piston to drift, as the TPU pads only decelerate the end of travel rather than locking the rod. Use an external pilot check valve to suspend a vertical load. For position feedback, you must select the -S magnet version to enable sensor 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 MI16X150CM FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet. You must purchase the -S variant to use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic switches. The unit uses standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions and fixed TPU bumper pads rather than adjustable air cushions.
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